You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people's feet.
Matthew 5:13 ESV
What does it mean to be "salt of the earth" in today's world? These are people who are honest and reliable, humble and genuine, hardworking and trustworthy. The kind of people you're glad to know. Oftentimes, someone who mentors others just by the way they live their day-to-day lives. That's who we're supposed to be. Jesus said so.
In biblical times, salt was used to preserve food and also to add flavor to it. Translated, that would mean that followers of Christ are meant to slow down moral and spiritual decay in society. The example we set as Christians adds richness and goodness to life, making things better.
But what happens if the salt has lost its taste? (In other words, what if there are lies and dishonesty? Betrayal? Moral failure?)
As Christ followers, verse 14 tells us we are the light of the world. A city set on a hill that cannot be hidden. Light to shine for all to see. In the same mode as salt of the earth. Verse 16 instructs us that "In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven."
We are called to be salt and light, to be ambassadors above reproach to lead others to Christ.
Prayer:
Father,
Help us to clearly understand Your directives for our lives so we may be a light that shines to show others the path to You. Keep us ever mindful of the responsibility to bring honor and glory to You. In Jesus' Name we pray. Amen
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