Matthew 5:14-16
" You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven. (NIV)
  1. What does Jesus mean by saying that we are the light of the world?
    1. It means that primarily he reveals himself to the world through his people, so his people must live life in a way that reveals him.
    2. It means that people that call themselves Christians should go to church regularly to set a good example.
    3. It means that Christians are wise.
    4. It means that we are vessels of the Holy Spirit.

     

  2. The lamp is symbolic for what?
    1. The Bible.
    2. Jesus Christ.
    3. The Holy Spirit.
    4. God's children.

     

  3. The bowl is symbolic for what?
    1. Nothing it is just a bowl.
    2. False religion.
    3. A collection plate.

     

  4. What should the believer do?
    1. He or she should constantly tell people about Jesus Christ.
    2. They should put on a good face so that others do not see their problems and so be discouraged about Christ.
    3. They should live holy and righteous lives so that the truth will be evident through them.
    4. They should put a bumper sticker about Christ on their car.

     

 

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