Jesus calls us (His church) to be salt
and light. We understand the “light vs. darkness” part, but what does it mean
to be salt?
Matthew 5:13 - You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt
loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for
anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men.
Salt adds flavor. It enhances, spices, improves the taste, and
it permeates what it is put on.
Mark 9:50 - "Salt is good, but if it loses its saltiness,
how can you make it salty again? Have salt in yourselves, and be at peace with
each other."
Salt is a preservative.
Used with all kinds of meat, fish,
etc. to keep it from spoiling.
Luke 14:34 - "Salt is good, but if it loses its saltiness, how can it be
made salty again? 35It is fit neither for the soil nor for the
manure pile; it is thrown out.
Salt has worth. Over the centuries it has been used for
currency and trading.
This week let’s use the
attributes of salt to guide us in how we should live for Christ.
Be wise today and always – Be
salt to the world around you.
