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                 “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the
                 Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey
                 everything I have commanded you.” (Matthew 28:18–20)

                 Why tell others?
                 • Jesus told us to
                 • For the needs of others – spiritual hunger in the world
                 • It’s good news: “Gospel” = Good News
                 • Two opposite dangers
                   – Insensitivity
                   – Fear

                 How do we tell others?






                 1. PRESENCE (Matthew 5:13–16)


                 • We are called to be salt and light. (vv.13–14)
                 • When people know we are Christians, they watch our lives. (v.16)

                 “You are the salt of the earth… You are the light of the world… let your
                 light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify
                 your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:13–16)





















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