For the effect of an upside down Kingdom value to be itself turned upside down really is a difficult concept to hold onto! But this is what Jesus seems to be saying in his words about being salt and light (Matt 5:13-16). In the previous paragraph Jesus says that being his follower will draw persecution; in this one he says that it will get people glorifying God. Confused? I am – no wonder I keep getting migraines!

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