September series: When people make time for us, it can bring us joy — it’s like a light shining on a dark day. Caring for one another isn’t always the easy thing to do, but it certainly is what Jesus asks of us. When Jesus gave the command in Matthew 5 to let our light shine, it wasn’t just to bring joy into each other’s lives but also to bring glory to God. We are reflections of who God is, and as we “Live Bright” this month, we’ll discover exactly how we can shine God’s light.
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You can shine God’s light.
You Are the Light of the Word • Matthew 5:14-16
We start the month in Matthew 5:14-16 with the Sermon on the Mount. In this passage, Jesus announced to the crowd, “You are the light of the world.” Each of us can shine God’s light to the world around us. When we shine our light by living God’s way, we bring glory to God and show people what He is like.
Family Discussion Questions:
- What’s something that shines bright?
- What can you do this week to remember that you can shine God’s light?
- Where can you be a light this week?
Engage in everyday moments together this week:
- Morning time: As your kid starts their day, tell them of a way they encouraged you on a dark day or a special trait they have that draws people to them.
- Mealtime: At a meal this week, have everyone at the table answer this question: “What does it mean to shine God’s light? How can you do that in the places you go every week?”
- Drive time: While on the go, ask your kid, “Who is someone you know who stands out from the crowd? What is it about them that makes them different and special?”
- Bedtime: Pray for each other: “God, help us to shine Your light to everyone we meet — both inside our home and outside it.”
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