2. Italian word for “influence” is “influenza.” Italian word for “influence” is “influenza.”

3. The term “influenza” was introduced in English in the 1700’s from the Italian phrase influenza di freddo (influence of the cold). The term “influenza” was introduced in English in the 1700’s from the Italian phrase influenza di freddo (influence of the cold).

4. Italian word for “influence” is “influenza.” Italian word for “influence” is “influenza.” The term “influenza” was introduced in English in the 1700’s from the Italian phrase influenza di freddo (influence of the cold). The term “influenza” was introduced in English in the 1700’s from the Italian phrase influenza di freddo (influence of the cold). Influenza is highly contagious! Influenza is highly contagious!

5. Italian word for “influence” is “influenza.” Italian word for “influence” is “influenza.” The term “influenza” was introduced in English in the 1700’s from the Italian phrase influenza di freddo (influence of the cold). The term “influenza” was introduced in English in the 1700’s from the Italian phrase influenza di freddo (influence of the cold). Influenza is highly contagious! Influenza is highly contagious! We are contagious people! We are contagious people!

6. Italian word for “influence” is “influenza.” Italian word for “influence” is “influenza.” The term “influenza” was introduced in English in the 1700’s from the Italian phrase influenza di freddo (influence of the cold). The term “influenza” was introduced in English in the 1700’s from the Italian phrase influenza di freddo (influence of the cold). Influenza is highly contagious! Influenza is highly contagious! We are contagious people! We are contagious people! We influence others & we are influenced by others! We influence others & we are influenced by others!

7. Italian word for “influence” is “influenza.” Italian word for “influence” is “influenza.” The term “influenza” was introduced in English in the 1700’s from the Italian phrase influenza di freddo (influence of the cold). The term “influenza” was introduced in English in the 1700’s from the Italian phrase influenza di freddo (influence of the cold). Influenza is highly contagious! Influenza is highly contagious! We are contagious people! We are contagious people! We influence others & we are influenced by others! We influence others & we are influenced by others! “My little boy learns by example!” “My little boy learns by example!”

8. “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. 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” (Mt 5:14-16, ESV). “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. 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” (Mt 5:14-16, ESV).

9. The Olympics begin next week in China. The Olympics begin next week in China.

10. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China.

11. The Olympics begin next week in China. The Olympics begin next week in China. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China. The Olympic flame goes back to antiquity. It commemorated Prometheus’ stealing fire from the gods. The Olympic flame goes back to antiquity. It commemorated Prometheus’ stealing fire from the gods.

12. The Olympics begin next week in China. The Olympics begin next week in China. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China. The Olympic flame goes back to antiquity. It commemorated Prometheus’ stealing fire from the gods. The Olympic flame goes back to antiquity. It commemorated Prometheus’ stealing fire from the gods. The torch relay has no precedent in antiquity. The torch relay has no precedent in antiquity.

13. The Olympics begin next week in China. The Olympics begin next week in China. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China. The Olympic flame goes back to antiquity. It commemorated Prometheus’ stealing fire from the gods. The Olympic flame goes back to antiquity. It commemorated Prometheus’ stealing fire from the gods. The torch relay has no precedent in antiquity. The torch relay has no precedent in antiquity. First used by Hitler in 1936. First used by Hitler in 1936.

14. The Olympics begin next week in China. The Olympics begin next week in China. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China. The Olympic flame goes back to antiquity. It commemorated Prometheus’ stealing fire from the gods. The Olympic flame goes back to antiquity. It commemorated Prometheus’ stealing fire from the gods. The torch relay has no precedent in antiquity. The torch relay has no precedent in antiquity. First used by Hitler in 1936. He wanted to show off Germany & demonstrate that the ancient Greeks were the forerunners of his Aryan race. First used by Hitler in 1936. He wanted to show off Germany & demonstrate that the ancient Greeks were the forerunners of his Aryan race.

15. The Olympics begin next week in China. The Olympics begin next week in China. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China. As we speak, the Olympic torch is making its way through China. The Olympic flame goes back to antiquity. It commemorated Prometheus’ stealing fire from the gods. The Olympic flame goes back to antiquity. It commemorated Prometheus’ stealing fire from the gods. The torch relay has no precedent in antiquity. The torch relay has no precedent in antiquity. First used by Hitler in 1936. He wanted to show off Germany & demonstrate that the ancient Greeks were the forerunners of his Aryan race. First used by Hitler in 1936. He wanted to show off Germany & demonstrate that the ancient Greeks were the forerunners of his Aryan race. Since then, the torch relay has been used by countries to show their nation to the world. Since then, the torch relay has been used by countries to show their nation to the world.

16. Let’s see how we can show off Jesus’ country!

17. The Torch’s Character: Light V 14

18. “You are the light of the world” (v 14, ESV). “You are the light of the world” (v 14, ESV).

19. What a compliment! The Father and Son are both light. What a compliment! The Father and Son are both light.

20. “You are the light of the world” (v 14, ESV). “You are the light of the world” (v 14, ESV). What a compliment! The Father and Son are both light. What a compliment! The Father and Son are both light. “Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life” (Jn 8:12, ESV). “Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life” (Jn 8:12, ESV).

21. “You are the light of the world” (v 14, ESV). “You are the light of the world” (v 14, ESV). What a compliment! The Father and Son are both light. What a compliment! The Father and Son are both light. “Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life” (Jn 8:12, ESV). “Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life” (Jn 8:12, ESV). “This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all” (1 Jn 1:5, ESV). “This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all” (1 Jn 1:5, ESV).

22. “You are the light of the world” (v 14, ESV). “You are the light of the world” (v 14, ESV). What a compliment! The Father and Son are both light. What a compliment! The Father and Son are both light. “Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life” (Jn 8:12, ESV). “Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life” (Jn 8:12, ESV). “This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all” (1 Jn 1:5, ESV). “This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all” (1 Jn 1:5, ESV). This is also a great responsibility: We are to model ourselves after the Father and Son. This is also a great responsibility: We are to model ourselves after the Father and Son.

23. We must live morally pure lives. We must live morally pure lives.

24. Light often stands for purity/holiness & darkness stands for sin. Light often stands for purity/holiness & darkness stands for sin.

25. We must live morally pure lives. We must live morally pure lives. Light often stands for purity/holiness & darkness stands for sin. Light often stands for purity/holiness & darkness stands for sin. “This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth” (1 Jn 1:5-6, ESV). “This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth” (1 Jn 1:5-6, ESV).

26. We must live morally pure lives. We must live morally pure lives. Light often stands for purity/holiness & darkness stands for sin. Light often stands for purity/holiness & darkness stands for sin. “This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth” (1 Jn 1:5-6, ESV). “This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth” (1 Jn 1:5-6, ESV). “At one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true)” (Eph 5:8-9, ESV). “At one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light (for the fruit of light is found in all that is good and right and true)” (Eph 5:8-9, ESV).

27. Do we walk as children of light?

28. Our light is reflective light. Our light is reflective light.

29. We, like the moon, have no light of our own. We, like the moon, have no light of our own.

30. Our light is reflective light. Our light is reflective light. We, like the moon, have no light of our own. We, like the moon, have no light of our own. “At one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord” (Eph 5:8, ESV). “At one time you were darkness, but now you are light in the Lord” (Eph 5:8, ESV).

31. Are we going to be the light of the world?

32. “LET your light shine before others” (v 16, ESV). “LET your light shine before others” (v 16, ESV).

33. There are many Christians who do not allow their light to shine! There are many Christians who do not allow their light to shine!

34. “LET your light shine before others” (v 16, ESV). “LET your light shine before others” (v 16, ESV). There are many Christians who do not allow their light to shine! There are many Christians who do not allow their light to shine! “Brethren, the Master will take care of the great light- house; let us keep the lower lights burning.” “Brethren, the Master will take care of the great light- house; let us keep the lower lights burning.”

35. The Torch’s Corner: The World V 14

36. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.” Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.”

37. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.” There’s our corner, our place to shine: the world. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.” There’s our corner, our place to shine: the world.

38. God has placed us in the world so that we might shine. God has placed us in the world so that we might shine.

39. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.” There’s our corner, our place to shine: the world. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.” There’s our corner, our place to shine: the world. God has placed us in the world so that we might shine. God has placed us in the world so that we might shine. Throughout Christian history, there have been those who have attempted to remove themselves from the world. Throughout Christian history, there have been those who have attempted to remove themselves from the world.

40. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.” There’s our corner, our place to shine: the world. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.” There’s our corner, our place to shine: the world. God has placed us in the world so that we might shine. God has placed us in the world so that we might shine. Throughout Christian history, there have been those who have attempted to remove themselves from the world. Throughout Christian history, there have been those who have attempted to remove themselves from the world. We’re not to segregate from the world! We’re not to segregate from the world!

41. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.” There’s our corner, our place to shine: the world. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.” There’s our corner, our place to shine: the world. God has placed us in the world so that we might shine. God has placed us in the world so that we might shine. Throughout Christian history, there have been those who have attempted to remove themselves from the world. Throughout Christian history, there have been those who have attempted to remove themselves from the world. We’re not to segregate from the world! We’re not to segregate from the world! How can we be the light of the world if we aren’t in the world? How can we be the light of the world if we aren’t in the world?

42. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.” There’s our corner, our place to shine: the world. Jesus says, “You are the light of the world.” There’s our corner, our place to shine: the world. God has placed us in the world so that we might shine. God has placed us in the world so that we might shine. Throughout Christian history, there have been those who have attempted to remove themselves from the world. Throughout Christian history, there have been those who have attempted to remove themselves from the world. We’re not to segregate from the world! We’re not to segregate from the world! How can we be the light of the world if we aren’t in the world? How can we be the light of the world if we aren’t in the world? “I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the evil one” (Jn 17:15, ESV). “I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the evil one” (Jn 17:15, ESV).

43. “I wrote to you in my letter not to associate with sexually immoral people—not at all meaning the sexually immoral of the world, or the greedy and swindlers, or idolaters, since then you would need to go out of the world” (1 Cor 5:9-10, ESV). “I wrote to you in my letter not to associate with sexually immoral people—not at all meaning the sexually immoral of the world, or the greedy and swindlers, or idolaters, since then you would need to go out of the world” (1 Cor 5:9-10, ESV).

44. We are to shine in the world!

45. “The Lord has commanded us, saying, ‘I have made you a light for the Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the ends of the earth’” (Acts 13:47, ESV). “The Lord has commanded us, saying, ‘I have made you a light for the Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the ends of the earth’” (Acts 13:47, ESV).

46. “Do all things without grumbling or questioning, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world” (Phil 2:14-15, ESV). “Do all things without grumbling or questioning, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world” (Phil 2:14-15, ESV).

47. Do we allow our lights to shine?

48. The Torch’s Clearness Vv 14-15

49. “A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, put on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house” (vv 14-15, ESV). “A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, put on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house” (vv 14-15, ESV).

50. You cannot hide a city set on a hill! You cannot hide a city set on a hill!

51. “A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, put on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house” (vv 14-15, ESV). “A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, put on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house” (vv 14-15, ESV). You cannot hide a city set on a hill! You cannot hide a city set on a hill! You light a candle in order that it might give light to those in the house. You light a candle in order that it might give light to those in the house.

52. “A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, put on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house” (vv 14-15, ESV). “A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, put on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house” (vv 14-15, ESV). You cannot hide a city set on a hill! You cannot hide a city set on a hill! You light a candle in order that it might give light to those in the house. You light a candle in order that it might give light to those in the house. If we are to be the light of the world, our light absolutely must be clear. If we are to be the light of the world, our light absolutely must be clear.

53. Are we holding forth our light before others?

54. The Torch’s Career V 16

55. “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” (v 16, ESV). “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” (v 16, ESV).

56. Here is the purpose, the career of our torch: to bring others to glorify God. Here is the purpose, the career of our torch: to bring others to glorify God.

57. “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” (v 16, ESV). “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” (v 16, ESV). Here is the purpose, the career of our torch: to bring others to glorify God. Here is the purpose, the career of our torch: to bring others to glorify God. That indicates that we aren’t to do our good works in private. That indicates that we aren’t to do our good works in private.

58. “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” (v 16, ESV). “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” (v 16, ESV). Here is the purpose, the career of our torch: to bring others to glorify God. Here is the purpose, the career of our torch: to bring others to glorify God. That indicates that we aren’t to do our good works in private. That indicates that we aren’t to do our good works in private. But, Jesus condemns doing good in front of others! But, Jesus condemns doing good in front of others!

59. “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” (v 16, ESV). “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” (v 16, ESV). Here is the purpose, the career of our torch: to bring others to glorify God. Here is the purpose, the career of our torch: to bring others to glorify God. That indicates that we aren’t to do our good works in private. That indicates that we aren’t to do our good works in private. But, Jesus condemns doing good in front of others! But, Jesus condemns doing good in front of others! “When you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret” (Mt 6:3-4, ESV). “When you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret” (Mt 6:3-4, ESV).

60. “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” (v 16, ESV). “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” (v 16, ESV). Here is the purpose, the career of our torch: to bring others to glorify God. Here is the purpose, the career of our torch: to bring others to glorify God. That indicates that we aren’t to do our good works in private. That indicates that we aren’t to do our good works in private. But, Jesus condemns doing good in front of others! But, Jesus condemns doing good in front of others! “When you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret” (Mt 6:3-4, ESV). “When you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret” (Mt 6:3-4, ESV). “When you fast, anoint our head and wash your face, that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you” (Mt 6:17-18, ESV). “When you fast, anoint our head and wash your face, that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you” (Mt 6:17-18, ESV).

61. What gives?

62. Jesus says, “Do good works in front of others” & then turns around and says, “Don’t do good works in front of others.”

63. Jesus condemns the selfish desire to be praised by men. Jesus condemns the selfish desire to be praised by men.

64. Jesus condemns the selfish desire to be praised by men. “When you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward” (Mt 6:2, ESV). Jesus condemns the selfish desire to be praised by men. “When you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward” (Mt 6:2, ESV).

65. In tonight’s text, Jesus encourages us to do good in front of others so that God receives the praise. In tonight’s text, Jesus encourages us to do good in front of others so that God receives the praise.

66. Jesus condemns the selfish desire to be praised by men. “When you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward” (Mt 6:2, ESV). Jesus condemns the selfish desire to be praised by men. “When you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward” (Mt 6:2, ESV). In tonight’s text, Jesus encourages us to do good in front of others so that God receives the praise. In tonight’s text, Jesus encourages us to do good in front of others so that God receives the praise. It all comes down to MOTIVATION. It all comes down to MOTIVATION.

67. How do our good works bring glory to God?

68. Light reveals the dangers in our paths. Light reveals the dangers in our paths.

69. “The light is among you for a little while longer. Walk while you have the light, lest darkness overtake you” (Jn 12:35, ESV). “The light is among you for a little while longer. Walk while you have the light, lest darkness overtake you” (Jn 12:35, ESV).

70. As we live before the world, we point out the dangers in the path ahead

71. Light can also guide you out of the darkness. Light can also guide you out of the darkness.

72. “I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness” (Jn 12:46, ESV). “I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness” (Jn 12:46, ESV).

73. Light can also guide you out of the darkness. Light can also guide you out of the darkness. “I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness” (Jn 12:46, ESV). “I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness” (Jn 12:46, ESV). As we allow our lights to shine, others are able to come to truth from darkness. As we allow our lights to shine, others are able to come to truth from darkness.

74. Light can also guide you out of the darkness. Light can also guide you out of the darkness. “I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness” (Jn 12:46, ESV). “I have come into the world as light, so that whoever believes in me may not remain in darkness” (Jn 12:46, ESV). As we allow our lights to shine, others are able to come to truth from darkness. As we allow our lights to shine, others are able to come to truth from darkness. “Wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives—when they see your respectful and pure conduct” (1 Pt 3:1-2, ESV). “Wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives—when they see your respectful and pure conduct” (1 Pt 3:1-2, ESV).

75. Does our conduct draw others to Jesus?

76. Are you a light in this world?

77. Do you need to come & light your torch?