1 | Matthew 5

"Salt & Light" Series

Can you imagine life without salt and light? We sprinkle salt on food to add flavor and important nutrients, and we shine a light in the darkness to see and to better understand the dangers that lurk in the shadows. Through Jesus’ interactions with people, He modeled bringing flavor and light to the world, and He calls the Church to do the same! In this new fall series, we will look to key scriptures to learn to follow in Jesus’ way and be salt and light for those around us!  

Season 2 Episode 1 of Unschooled and Ordinary dives into Matthew 5 to uncover Jesus' command to live differently!

Episode Resources:

"Salt & Light" Bible Reading Plan & Devos

"Salt & Light" Message Series

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Scripture 

Primary Text: Matthew 5:13-16 

Supplemental Text: James 2:14-26; Colossians 4:6, Ephesians 5:1-21 (7-9) 

Study Guide 

Read Matthew 5:13-16

1. What is the significance of Jesus calling His followers the "salt of the earth"?
2. What does it mean to be the "light of the world"?
3. What might cause "salt" to lose its saltiness according to the passage? What does it mean to "hide your light under a bowl"?
4. Reflect on your own life. In what ways are you currently being salt and light? Where do you see room for growth? 

Prayer 

God, help us to be salt and light - to recognize that You have called us to that. Lord, shine through us. May we impact those around us in a way that points them to You and gives You glory. God, use our House Church to be salt and light in our neighborhood and community. Amen. 

S.O.A.P. METHOD

Use this tool to study God’s Word 

SCRIPTURE 

Write which passage of scripture you are reading. 

OBSERVATION

What is this text saying? What is the context? How does it fit with the verses before and after it? Are there any commands or instructions? 

APPLICATION 

How can you apply this verse to your life? What does this mean today? What is God saying to you? 

Respond to the passage in prayer. Ask God to help you apply this truth to your life and spend some time listening to what He may be telling you.