“Choose Christ and Shine”
Sunday Morning February 7 2010
scriptures: Matthew 5, Acts 15, Matthew7, Luke 14
keywords: light, shine, salt, narrow, hate
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Glorify God on purpose – don’t let the bad stuff get all the attention.
Matthew 5:13-16
Be the salt of the earth. Christians are supposed to make a difference.
Be a light to the rest of the world. Show others the love and purpose of Christ.
Be careful not to hide Jesus as if He is off-brand clothing.
The command is to let your light so shine ‘before men.’
Acts 15:25-41
Some things need to be talked about and dealt with. Don’t be fearful.
The events that happen today will form your reputation.
Handle yourself well in Christ so the Lord is able to depend on you.
Matthew 7:13
When you are living for God, you have to be willing to move as He directs.
Your focus has to be narrow in order to be a Christian.
If you go to Heaven, it will be through a strait gate and a narrow path.
Where is your trust in God? When it’s time to stand, will you be counted?
Remember that the Bible says that only few people will be saved.
What path are you choosing…and why?
Luke 14:25-26
Each person has to make a choice to love God above (way above) all else.
Be closest to God. Watch out for relationships that get between you and the Lord.