Salt and Light

(Matthew 5:13-14 NIV) 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. You are the light of the world. A city 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 men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.

Can people tell that I am a Christian when I don’t know they’re watching or do I pose as a Christian when I know they are? I remember how difficult it was to share my faith with someone when I was young. I felt it was expected of me before I was taught how to have a true relationship with God through daily prayer, study of the Word, and worship. I was trying to manufacture something I did not fully understand instead of letting it overflow from a lifestyle with Christ Jesus. Still it is of the utmost importance that others know about the salvation that has been offered to them, what’s the answer? Personal relationship with Jesus, daily walking with Him so that I know Him and become like Him! People know authenticity when they see it; the opposite is true as well. The change in your life will automatically stir those around you. If others are not being stirred then ask yourself, “How have I changed since I believed?” and “What does my relationship with Christ look like?” The result will be not only impacting others for Christ but it will also allow God to reveal things that are still being held onto, things that are keeping you from having a deeper relationship with Him. Selling out to Christ doesn’t mean I lose my individuality and become just another religious figure selling my own brand of salvation; instead my relationship with the Father is the key to breaking through religion and discovering my unique purpose and gifts! It is our job to discover who we are meant to be, like the three servants that were given talents by the master we can either be productive and faithful or lazy and fearful, two were rewarded but one condemned.