In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells us what His people are— not what they should try to be. “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).

Salt in biblical times was incredibly valuable – used for flavor, preservation, healing, and even payment. Roman soldiers were sometimes paid in salt—the origin of our word salary— and if a soldier didn’t do his job, he was “not worth his salt.” In the same way, Christians are meant to add value to the world: preserving what is good, preventing moral decay, and purifying the spaces around us.

Jesus warns us not to lose our “saltiness.” Just as salt must penetrate food to be effective, we must be present in the world to influence it for Christ. We can “season our circles” by encouraging others, building their faith, and helping them grow in Christ.

Jesus also calls us the light of the world. “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead, they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven” (Matthew 5:14–16).

That means the world is dark—and looking to it for direction only leads to confusion. Light dispels darkness, exposes what’s hidden, and helps people see clearly. When we were baptized into Christ, His light came into us. Now, as believers, we are to shine that light in the world—not hide it.

Too often we do hide it—through shallow virtual connections, avoiding real engagement with others, or staying silent about our faith out of fear or discomfort. But a light hidden is no help to anyone. A lighthouse only serves its purpose when its beam reaches the lost.

Jesus calls us to live visibly for Him—not for our glory, but for God’s. “Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” As citizens of God’s Kingdom, our lives should stand in stark contrast to the world.

At LECC, 415897 Highway 9, Eufaula, we’re working to season our world and reflect Christ’s light. Join us: small group Bible study Sundays at 10 a.m., worship at 11 a.m., or allage activities Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Come shake a little salt, shine a little light, and help reflect His glory.

God bless you!

Jeremy Little, Minister