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Parable: “The Lamp on a Stand”
Reference: Matthew 5:14-16; 6:22-23; Mark 4:21-25; Luke 8:16-18; 11:33-36
Theme: The impact of God’s Word in our lives to influence others
Context: Used in Different Settings:
Matthew 5:15-16: Sermon on the Mount- behavior and conduct
Mark 4:21-25; Luke 8:16-18: The Word as Spiritual Seed
Luke 6:33-36: Jesus Teaching the People
Matthew 5:14-16
“You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.”