Salt and Light (Matthew 5:13-20) Printable Bible Lesson & Sunday School Activities

What do light and salt have in common? Both can make quite a difference in things and are very much missed when not present. In addition to that, Jesus used them to describe our Christian lives! We are called to light the world with the hope of Jesus, and to be "salt", making a difference in the lives of others. This lesson describes how light and salt impact things, and how we can influence others with God's love.

We want to encourage students to be “salt and light”, making a difference in the lives of those around them. Yet the way they can make that impact comes first from recognizing how much Jesus changes us. He is the light that guides our way, and it’s because of His light that we can shine for others. He is the “salt” in our lives, flavoring and preserving us to great things for His kingdom. As you encourage young students, be sure to emphasize the blessings we have been given in Christ!

Bible Passage: Matthew 5:13-20 

Target Audience: Kindergarten-6^th grade. Children age 6-12 years old.

Sunday School Supplies Needed: Construction paper; salt; saltshakers; glue; markers or crayons; food coloring; cups; tea lights; salted snacks; flashlights or headlamps; tape; scissors; decorative supplies; Bibles. Object lesson props can include : Salt, flashlight or light bulb, salty items.   

More Lesson Resources Online

• Watch the video demonstration of the object lesson.
• Watch the video example for the craft projects.
• Watch the video Bible Story “God’s Story: Sermon on the Mount” from Crossroads Kids Club
• Watch the video Salt & Light Object Lesson from Family Moments
• For more free Bible illustrations, visit Christian Clip Arts and Ministry-To-Children’s Coloring Pages

Easy-Prep Bible Lesson

• Target Age: elementary school, adaptable for K-6th grades
• Translation: choose NIV, ESV or KJV
• Stand-alone lesson plan
• 19-pages of teaching material
• Instant digital download
• Flexible teaching plan for mixed age groups
• Ideal for Kids' Church or Sunday School (45-60 minutes teaching time)

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• Easy To Follow Teaching Plan
• Craft Ideas with video demonstration 
• Coloring Page
• Word Find Worksheet
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