Introduction: Fear often hinders our ability to manifest the influence God intends for us.
1. Jesus calls us to be the salt of the earth, preserving goodness and truth (Matthew 5:13).
A. Fear can cause us to lose our saltiness, diluting our distinctiveness.
B. As believers, we risk becoming ineffective if fear dictates our actions.
2. We are commanded to be the light of the world, shining God's grace to others (Matthew 5:14-16).
A. Fear of rejection or judgment can dim our light and mute our witness.
B. Christ's work assures us that our light can dispel darkness when grounded in faith.
3. Christ fulfills the Law, enabling us to live fearlessly within God's covenant promises (Matthew 5:17-20).
A. Understanding Christ's fulfillment gives us confidence to step beyond fear.
B. By resting in God's sovereignty, we are empowered to live as bold representatives of his kingdom.
Conclusion: Overcoming fear through faith allows us to live as true salt and light; examine areas gripped by fear, surrender them to Christ, and actively pursue roles as influencers for God's kingdom.
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