320: Parable of Lamp Under a Bowl: Let Your Light Shine
Jesus’ lamp-on-a-stand metaphor calls us to visible discipleship—good deeds that point to the Father (Matthew 5)—and honest transparency that brings hidden things into the light (Luke 8). This episode unpacks both angles and how to shine where you live, work, and study.
👀 What you’ll discover in this episode...
✅ 💡 Why “a city on a hill” can’t be hidden—and what public faith looks like today
✅ 🏺 Ancient lamps, stands, and the everyday image Jesus used for mission
✅ 🧭 Matthew vs Luke: encouragement to shine vs warning about concealment
✅ 🕯️ Monday faith: simple, practical ways to light up your classroom, office, or home
✅ 🤝 How small acts of service become signposts to the Father’s goodness
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – November solo rhythm and the 2026 format peek
01:14 – Reading Matthew 5:14–16: good deeds that glorify the Father
03:18 – Reading Luke 8:16–17: what’s hidden will be revealed
04:45 – One metaphor, two emphases: visibility and integrity
06:20 – Everyday practices to “place the lamp on a stand”
🙋♂️ Reflection and Application
Where am I tempted to hide my light—fear, comfort, or compromise?
What one concrete act of goodness can I do today that points someone to the Father?
Who needs a text, call, or practical help from me this week?
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