Jesus said, “You are the salt of the earth!” Salt makes food taste better. We can make the world better!
Then Jesus said, “You are the light of the world!” Nobody lights a lamp and hides it under a bowl.
“Let your light shine!” When we do kind things, people see God's love and praise Him.
Key Verse
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.Matthew 5:16, ESV
Talk About It
How can you shine your light this week?
Story Questions
What did Jesus say we are the salt of?
The earth
Where should you NOT put a lamp?
Under a bowl
When people see our good works, whom do they praise?
God
Try This Today
Light a candle (with a grown-up), then cover it with a jar. What happens? Talk about letting your light shine.
Pray Together
Jesus, help my light shine so people see your love. Amen.