Walking With Christ

Our Christian journey isn’t just about professing belief; it’s about a transformative action inspired by that belief. Jesus, in His profound wisdom, referred to us as “the salt of the earth.” Like salt, which naturally possesses a distinct flavor and the ability to preserve, Christians are called to be distinctive and influential. However, when salt is diluted or mixed with impurities, it loses its essence. Similarly, as Christians, when we blend too closely with worldly views or behaviors, our spiritual ‘saltiness’ diminishes, making us less effective in our divine calling. This dilution not only affects our personal relationship with God but also our broader mission. So, in what areas of our lives might we be allowing our faith’s ‘saltiness’ to be diluted?

James echoes this sentiment, emphasizing action over mere belief. James 1:22-24 says, “(22)But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves. (23)For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not a doer, he is like a man who looks intently at his natural face in a mirror. (24)For he looks at himself and goes away and at once forgets what he was like.”(ESV) It’s a stark reminder that our faith should lead to transformative action.

Living out our faith authentically means embodying the Word, not just listening to it. This not only brings us closer to the divine image we’re created in but also amplifies our impact in the world, much like how pure salt enhances flavor. Let us strive to be that pure, undiluted salt, making a lasting impact by living our faith vibrantly and influencing the world for the better.