Matthew 5:13-20. As Jesus continues his Sermon on the Mount, he reminds us of our purpose as Christians and mentions his mission in coming to earth. Parts: A. Because Christ fulfilled his mission. B. In order to carry out my mission. Preached on February 6, 2011, for the Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany, at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Hancock, MN. Print copy available at http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Why-Am-I-a-Christian_-Matthew5_13-20.html