Matthew 5:16

16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so 1that they may see your good works and 2give glory to your Father who is in heaven.

Matthew 5:16 In-Context

14 "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.
15 Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house.
16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
17 "Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.
18 For truly, I say to you, until heaven and earth pass away, not an iota, not a dot, will pass from the Law until all is accomplished.

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Cross References 2

  • 1. Philemon 6; 1 Peter 2:12
  • 2. John 15:8; 2 Corinthians 9:13; Philippians 1:11; [Matthew 9:8]
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