Matthew 5.13-16

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Salt, light, and city all do combine
To bring God’s glory, so divine
Let your good works be seen
By all who are keen
To live life in Jesus’s design

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Potential actions to take in response



1. Live a life of service. According to this passage, Jesus calls us to be “salt of the earth” and “light of the world”. This means that as a Christian, we should be actively striving to serve our community and live in a way that reflects our faith. We can do this by volunteering at a local soup kitchen, helping out at a homeless shelter, or visiting the elderly in nursing homes.

2. Speak out against injustice. This passage speaks to the need to stand up for what is right. We should use our voice to speak out against any injustice we see in our society. This can include speaking out against racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination. We can also work to advocate for those who may not have a voice in society, such as refugees and other marginalized groups.

3. Practice forgiveness. Jesus calls us to forgive those who have wronged us. We can practice this by actively working to forgive those who have hurt us in the past. We can also look for opportunities to show grace and mercy to others, even if it may be difficult. This could include offering a listening ear to those who have wronged us, or being willing to forgive and move on from any hurt we may have experienced.

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Related passages



Themes: Being a light and salt to the world, being an example to others, and showing God’s love.
Romans 12:2 – To be transformed by God’s renewing of our minds, so that we can show His love to the world.
Philippians 2:15 – To shine as lights in the world, showing God’s goodness to all.
John 13:34-35 – To love one another, as Jesus has loved us, so that the world may know we are His disciples.

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