Memory Verse (Matthew 5:14–16)
Fill in the blank: "You are the _____ of the world."
Light. This means Jesus wants us to shine brightly in the world, showing His love to others.
Who is called the true light of the world, and why?
Jesus. He is the source of light because He shows us how to live in truth, love, and goodness. Without Him, the world is full of sin and darkness.
How can you shine your light at school?
By being kind to everyone, including people who feel left out, helping others, using kind words, and showing respect to teachers and classmates.
How does prayer help you shine your light?
Prayer helps us stay close to Jesus, ask for help, and stay strong in doing what’s right. It’s like plugging into a power source that keeps our light on.
Name two things that block our light from shining.
Watching bad things, saying hurtful words, gossiping, being jealous, lazy, or having pride. These things cover our light like shadows.
What does it mean when the verse says, "Let your light so shine before men"?
It means we should do good things and act kindly so others can see how Jesus works in us.
What does it mean for us to be a light in the world?
It means to reflect Jesus in everything we do—our words, actions, and choices—so that others can see God's love through us.
What is one way to shine your light at home?
By obeying your parents, being patient with your siblings, helping with chores without complaining, and showing love to your family members.
Why is reading the Bible important if we want to shine?
The Bible fills our hearts with God’s truth, teaches us right from wrong, and guides our decisions. It’s like a flashlight showing the safe path in the dark.
Can light and darkness exist together? Explain.
No. Light and darkness cannot mix. When there is light, darkness goes away. We must choose every day to follow God’s light and not let darkness take over.
Who does the Bible say will be glorified when we shine our light through good works?
God, our Father in Heaven. When we live like Jesus, people notice and praise God because of how we act.
The Bible says no one lights a lamp and then covers it. Where should a lamp be placed, and why?
On a lampstand. This way, it lights up the whole room. This teaches us not to hide our faith but let it shine openly for others to benefit.
Should we only shine when others are watching? Why or why not?
No, we should shine all the time—even when no one is watching—because God always sees us, and it shows that we truly love Him.
What does it mean to repent, and why is it part of shining?
Repenting means telling God we're sorry for our sins and turning away from doing wrong. When we repent, we clean away the darkness and let God’s light shine through us again.
Romans 13:12 tells us to "cast off the works of darkness and put on..." what?
The armor of light. This means we should protect ourselves with truth, kindness, and God’s Word so that darkness can’t harm us.
Finish this part of the verse: "A city that is set on a hill..."
"...cannot be hidden." Just like a city glowing on a hill at night, when we live for Jesus, our actions stand out for others to see.
The Holy Spirit helps us shine. How does the Holy Spirit do that?
The Holy Spirit fills us with love, kindness, courage, and strength to do what is right. It’s like the fire inside the lamp that keeps us glowing spiritually.
Romans 12:21 says, "Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good." What does that mean?
It means when people are mean or unfair, we shouldn’t fight back with bad behavior. Instead, we should choose to be kind and do good things, which helps defeat evil.
What are two spiritual things that help recharge our spirits so we can shine stronger?
Taking Communion and being baptized (and Myroon). These connect us deeply with God, fill us with His Spirit, and strengthen our faith.
James 4:7 says, "Resist the devil and he will flee from you." What does resisting the devil look like in real life?
It means saying no to temptations like lying, cheating, or being mean. Instead, we pray, remember God’s Word, and choose to do what’s right.
Where in the Bible is this memory verse found, and what is the full meaning?
Matthew 5:14–16. Jesus teaches that we should never hide our faith but shine for others by doing what’s right, spreading love, and showing kindness.
What happens to the world when people don’t shine their light?
The world stays in darkness, which means people remain in sin, fear, and sadness because they don’t know God’s truth or His love.
Colossians 3:23 says, "Whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord." What does that teach us about shining?
It teaches us that everything we do—whether schoolwork, chores, or helping someone—should be done with our whole heart like we are doing it for God, not just for people.
Psalm 119 says, "Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." What does this mean?
It means that God’s Word helps guide us step by step through life, showing us the right way to live just like a lamp lights the ground when walking in the dark.
What does Jesus say about if your eye is good in Matthew 6:22-23?
If your eye is focused on good things, your whole life will be full of light. But if you focus on bad things, your life will be dark and unhappy.