Being the Salt of the Earth
"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 underfoot." - Matthew 5:13
Have you ever sat in an airport lounge, watching as airline attendants generously hand out free snacks to travelers? It's a scene we're all familiar with – the hospitality, the satisfaction on people's faces as they munch on pretzels and mixed nuts. But have you ever stopped to wonder why they give away those snacks for free?
I had a similar experience not long ago, pondering this very question. As I observed, I struck up a conversation with a janitor, curious about the reasoning behind this seemingly generous act. His answer surprised me.
"It's simple," he said. "The snacks are full of salt. When people eat them, they get thirsty, and thirsty people buy drinks. The cost of the snacks is nothing compared to what they make selling sodas."
This encounter got me thinking. Could it be that this practice mirrors what Jesus meant when He called us the salt of the earth? Just as those snacks create thirst, are we meant to create a spiritual thirst in those around us?
Jesus's "I Am" sayings in the Gospel of John provide valuable insight into His identity and purpose. He is the Bread of Life, the Light of the world, the Door, the Good Shepherd, the Resurrection and the Life, the Way, the Truth, and the Life, and the True Vine. Each saying reveals a facet of who He is and why He came.
Reflecting on these sayings, I realized the importance of understanding who we are in Christ. Just as Jesus revealed His identity, we must discover our identity in Him. What does God's Word say about who we are and what we're called to do in the world?
As followers of Christ, we are called to be salt – to create a thirst for the living water found in Jesus Christ. Our presence should leave others longing for something more, something deeper. Let's embrace our role as salt, spreading the flavor of Christ's love wherever we go.
Have you ever sat in an airport lounge, watching as airline attendants generously hand out free snacks to travelers? It's a scene we're all familiar with – the hospitality, the satisfaction on people's faces as they munch on pretzels and mixed nuts. But have you ever stopped to wonder why they give away those snacks for free?
I had a similar experience not long ago, pondering this very question. As I observed, I struck up a conversation with a janitor, curious about the reasoning behind this seemingly generous act. His answer surprised me.
"It's simple," he said. "The snacks are full of salt. When people eat them, they get thirsty, and thirsty people buy drinks. The cost of the snacks is nothing compared to what they make selling sodas."
This encounter got me thinking. Could it be that this practice mirrors what Jesus meant when He called us the salt of the earth? Just as those snacks create thirst, are we meant to create a spiritual thirst in those around us?
Jesus's "I Am" sayings in the Gospel of John provide valuable insight into His identity and purpose. He is the Bread of Life, the Light of the world, the Door, the Good Shepherd, the Resurrection and the Life, the Way, the Truth, and the Life, and the True Vine. Each saying reveals a facet of who He is and why He came.
Reflecting on these sayings, I realized the importance of understanding who we are in Christ. Just as Jesus revealed His identity, we must discover our identity in Him. What does God's Word say about who we are and what we're called to do in the world?
As followers of Christ, we are called to be salt – to create a thirst for the living water found in Jesus Christ. Our presence should leave others longing for something more, something deeper. Let's embrace our role as salt, spreading the flavor of Christ's love wherever we go.
Subscribe Now for Free Daily Devotions
Recent
Archive
2025
January
Plenty of RoomThankful for Your SeatWho God Invites to the TableThat’s the PointWe Do Not Have a Monopoly on GodStop Talking So LoudLet God Handle the Guest ListA Long-Awaited ReunionSeeing Jesus for YourselfIn Possession of a Personal PromiseGet in the Right PositionReady to ReceiveAligning Your Life for God's PromiseWaiting with ExpectancyGrounded in PrayerStrength in PrayerPatience Through PrayerStay Focused Through PrayerGod's Conditional PromisesGod’s PriorityGrounded in FaithTrusting God's TimingThe Assurance of God's PromisesIs It Well With Your Soul?Health vs. HealingStewarding Your BodyA Holistic View of Spirituality
2024
January
Let it GoA Prayer for RestorationThe Power of Self-ForgivenessEmbracing FreedomFrom Transgression to RedemptionRelease and FreedomWisdom in ReflectionBlessed Assurance in ForgivenessEmbracing Divine RestTrusting in the WaitingEmbracing Peace in Unresolved MomentsMoving Forward Without ClosureA New Chapter AwaitsRefocusing for a New ChapterThe Danger of Looking BackLet God Be Your DefenseGod's Victory, Not OursThe Author of Your New ChapterThe Faithful Promise KeeperA Promise UnveiledThe Urgency of ObedienceThe University of AdversityThriving in AdversityForging the Future YouTransformative Power of AdversityThe Role of ResilienceThe Gift of EmpathyChanging PerspectiveGod's Purpose in Your AdversityThe Anchoring Power of TrustConsistent in Prayer, Unwavering in Praise
February
Navigating Life's JourneyLessons from the Prodigal SonStaying on TrackA Lesson in PatienceTrusting in God's TimingAvoiding the DriftChoosing Your Company WiselyThe Impact of Your Inner CircleThe Call to Responsible StewardshipFrom Rock Bottom to RedemptionGetting My Life Back On TrackWholeness Beyond Rock BottomWaking Up to ResponsibilityFacing the FactsOnly God Can Make Life Worth Living You Can Do ItYour Transformation MattersBreaking Free from ShameGod's Unwavering CareThe Good ShepherdThe Shepherd Who ProvidesFinding Refuge in God's ProtectionGod's Omnipotent ProtectionGod's Unseen ProtectionOverflowing BlessingsA Unique LoveA Divine ExchangeThe Power in His Precious BloodFrom Trials to Praise
March
Cleansing Body, Mind, and SpiritDetoxifying the MindDetoxifying for Spiritual EmpowermentThe Promise of God's PresenceWalking Purely Under God's ProtectionEmbracing God's Promise of RedemptionEmbracing God's Promise of ReconciliationThe Blessing of God's Adoption and ProvisionGod Desires RelationshipGod's Unconditional LoveGod's Gift of GraceNot OptionalPromises for the Chosen
No Comments