Lesson 2 | Observe Carefully
Quiz
Identify each statement below as either an observation, interpretation, or application from Matthew 5:13–16.
These are words of Jesus.Instant feedback on
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Jesus is addressing a crowd of people, particularly his disciples (5:1).Instant feedback on
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Jesus presents two parallel metaphors, of salt and light.Instant feedback on
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Jesus wants his disciples to be more bold.Instant feedback on
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We should throw tasteless salt away.Instant feedback on
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A church should be built on a hill so that all may see it.Instant feedback on
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In each metaphor, Jesus presents a situation where the element has lost its particular value: salt is no longer salty; light hidden under a basket.Instant feedback on
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Only with the second metaphor (light) does Jesus relate a specific command: “let your light shine before others.”Instant feedback on
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Nothing can be done with tasteless salt, but a hidden light can be made a beacon.Instant feedback on
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Jesus connects his command to “let your light shine” with a purpose: “so that others may see… and give glory to God.”Instant feedback on
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Our good works should be done publicly.Instant feedback on
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Elsewhere Jesus said, “I am the light of the world.” Therefore when he says, “let your light shine,” he is referring to a believer’s testimony concerning Christ.Instant feedback on
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