1. Representing Christ

2. Representing God Christ represents God Hebrews 1:3 We should represent God O.T. Examples Israel Deuteronomy 4:1-8 Exodus 19:4-6 it is a responsibility David 2 Samuel 12:14 Israel in captivity Ezekiel 36:2-24 The leaders in the return Nehemiah 5:9

3. Representing Christ Christ represents God Hebrews 1:3 We should represent God Matthew 5 God is light We are the light of the world 5:14-16 God is perfect We are to be like God 5:44-48 God is holy We are to be holy 1 Peter 1:14-16

4. Holy Conduct 1 Peter 2:12 give no ammunition to the enemy Titus 2:6-8 Younger women Titus 2:4-5 Younger men Titus 2:6-8 Slaves Titus 2:9-10 1 Peter 4:1-6 a changed life even if criticized 3:13-17, 4:12-16

5. Extinguishing the Light 1 Peter 4:15 Murderer Lawbreaker Thief Busybody Titus 2:9-10 Laziness Rebellion Selfishness

6. Extinguishing the Glory of Christ Ephesians 4:25-5:14 Dishonesty Anger Bad language 5:3-4 Bad attitudes Fornication Greed 5:8, 13-14 Let Christ shine in you