Scripture

“In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.”

Observation

We are the salt of the earth, but we must maintain our flavour or else we will be cast out.

We are the light of the world, like a city on a hill that cannot be hidden. Nobody lights a lamp and hides it under a basket. No, it must be put on a stand to light the house. In the same way, our good deeds need to light up the world and cause people to give praise to God.

Application

This revelation that we have received from God must change us and it must be shared.

We need to live exemplary lives of generosity and service to others in order to cause people to praise the Lord.

Following Jesus is not just a religious practice. Yes, we must have hearts and minds that are focused on Jesus. But our prayers needs to be directed to actions of serving other people.

If we just preach the gospel, we have a message, just like a thousand others. But when we serve the poor or we give ourselves in helping people, then people can see that there is truth in the message.

Prayer

Lord Jesus, you came into the world to save sinners. Please help me to both speak and live the gospel, so that people will give praise to my heavenly Father. Amen.