2. Influence
Matthew 5:13-16

3. God Demands And Expects Good Influence
“A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches” (Prov. 22:1)
The Beatitudes (Matt. 5:3-12) are a lead-in to Matthew 5:13-16

4. The “salt of the earth” (Matt. 5:13)
Used for preserving foodstuffs
Helped keep things pure
Christians should be involved with purity (James 1:27)
The “light of the world” (Matt. 5:14)
Christians are to “shine as lights” (Phil, 2:15)
Light dispels darkness
Our good works are to be attractive

5. How To Have Good Influence
Practice what you preach (James 2:18)
Do not compromise the truth (Rev. 14:12)
Avoid being an offence (Phil. 1:10)
Consider Cornelius (Acts 10:5, 24, 33)