Realizing the presence, promise, and power of the Kingdom of God.
Realizing the presence, promise, and power of the Kingdom of God.

Salt and Light

Character Then Influence

In his commentary on the Sermon on the Mount, John Stott reminds his readers that if Matthew 5:3-12 (the Beatitudes) is about a Christian’s character, then Matthew 5:13-16 is about a Christian’s influence in this world. I have always loved the words of Matthew 5:13-16, which describe Christian influence as salt and light. These words of Jesus point us toward the right balance of inward piety and outward action.

Psalm 119:9, 10

How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word. Vigilance, continuous and never flagging vigilance using the Word as my armor to protect and lead me along the King's Highway with the Holy Spirit as my guide to lead and interpret each step of the Way. Hallelujah. With […]