TEXT: Matthew 5:14-16

MEMORY VERSE: Matthew 5:14 “you are the Light of the world.”

TEACHER’S OBJECTIVE
1. To let the children know that they are the light of the world.
2. The Children should let their light shine by doing good works.

CENTRAL TRUTH
You are a light to the world.

INTRODUCTION
Jesus our Saviour is always known for good works anywhere He goes He goes (Acts. 10:38).
People always love to meet with Jesus, seeing He is a light. If we live for Christ, we will
glow like lights, showing others what Christ is like. Let your light shine by doing good
works like Jesus.

PROGRESSION OF EVENTS
1. Light is always recognized by human beings, even some blind people recognize light.
2. Daniel was a man that people around him testifies to the light in him. Daniel 5:11, 14.
3. When the light of God is in you darkness can not overcome you and people will always
come to you for solution to their problems. Daniel 5:10-16.
4. When your light shines, even kings will seek for your help. Daniel 5:13-14.
5. Daniel was a light and because he was a light, his promotion and breakthrough could
not be hindered. Daniel 5:29, Matthew 5:16.
6. “We are the light of the world,” this means if we refuse to shine the world will be
in darkness. Matthew 5:14.

LIFE APPLICATION
As Children of God, we must let our light shine so that people will see our good works and
glorify the Lord.

MESSAGE OF SALVATION
You can only shine as a light, just like Daniel did and Kings were even looking for him, if
only you have Jesus in your heart.

CONCLUSION
Every child of God can shine as light because the Bible said it in Matthew 5:14a and 16a.

INVITATION
Why not invite Jesus into your heart today and begin to shine as light to the world.
(Teacher leads the children to say the prayer of salvation after him/her).

CHALLENGE
Daniel’s enemies reported him to the king even after the king had already promoted him. So
prepare for battle after making the decision to be a light.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
1. You are the ……………………….of the world.
2. Let your light……………………..before men.

CHOOSE YOUR ANSWERS FROM HERE
1. (a) Sugar, (b) light, (c) G.SM.
2. (a) Blows (b) fly, (c) shine.

ACTIVITIES
(Should be guided by parent)
Light a candle / lantern in the night put it under a table and later put it on the table.
The child should state the differences.

DAILY DEVOTION
MONDAY - Matthew 5:14 - You are the light of the world.
TUESDAY - Matthew 5:15 – Light cannot be hidden.
WEDNESDAY – Matthew 5: 16 – Let your light shine before men.
THURSDAY - Matthew 5:11 - Daniel’s light was being testified to
FRIDAY - Mark 16:19 - The king testified to the light in Daniel’s life.
SATURDAY - Mark 16:20 - Jesus is the light of the world.
SUNDAY - Matt. 28:19-20 –Jesus is the light of men.