Matthew 5:16 - In the same way, let your light shine before men, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.
The command is to do Good Deeds
2 Notes on Christian Good Deeds
They are prepared - Ephesians 2:10
They are Anticipated - James 2:17
The command is Be obvious
Public Deeds verses Private Disciplines
Private
1. Giving - Matthew 6:4
2. Praying - Matthew 6:6
3. Fasting - Matthew 6:17
Public
1. Actions - Ephesians 4:17-31
2. Attitudes - Philippians 2:5; Ephesians 4:1-3
3. Acts of Kindness - Luke 10; Matthew 25
The command is Glorify God
John 15:8 - My Father is glorified by this: that you produce much fruit and prove to be My disciples
God's Glory Statements
1. Thanks Statements - Thankful to God because He has forgiven me.
2. Gospel Statements - Jesus paid my debt, so I will thank Him.
3. Identifying Statements - Jesus died for me, so I am glad he put me here to help you in this small way. God receives glory.
