The word had got out. The crowds were gathering and they were coming from miles all around. Under some pressure the disciples climb up the mountainside and approach. And Jesus speaks.

So the setting is drawn for possibly the most famous speech in history – the Sermon on the Mount (Matt 5:1-7:28). Jesus sets out for his disciples (but in full knowledge that the crowds are eagerly listening in) what it means to follow him.

What does a Christian look like? His answer: A light!

‘Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in Heaven’ (Matt 5:16)

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