“You are the salt of the earth. But if 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.” Matthew 5:13

The roasting pan my mom used to create many delicious entrees as I was growing up, always looked dirty to me. I was often tempted to scrub off what I deemed as grime so that it would look like all the rest of the cookware. It was not until I was older that I realized the importance of the seasoning process and how it enhanced the flavor of whatever was cooked in it.

For thousands of years, salt has been used as a seasoning, a preservative, and even as a disinfectant. Jesus’ disciples are referred to as “the salt of the earth.” If you are a follower of Christ, you too are considered part of the flavor that not only cleanses the world’s pallet of temptations while adding spice to life, but also helps to preserve what is good and right in the sight of God!

Salt that has lost its flavor is usually found to have been contaminated with other minerals, making it useless. How many times have we, as Jesus’ disciples, found ourselves contaminated by the world? Whether we are tempted to compromise our behavior in a certain situation or expose ourselves to questionable material on TV or the computer, contamination causes “salt” to lose its saltiness. We are rendered flavorless in a world that desperately needs to be fed the flavorful Word of God. Instead of offering the world a chance to taste and see that the Lord is good, we find ourselves stripped of our seasoning and effectiveness as His disciples.

The sanctifying or seasoning process for a flavorful Christian involves the work of the Holy Spirit. Our cooperation is necessary, though, if we want to be well seasoned. With God, we can help preserve the Good News and disinfect the world of evil.

Read the Book! Like a recipe is necessary for a successful dish, God’s Word needs to be followed and implemented into our lives. Be bold, using the unique gifts God has given you to enhance the environment in which He has placed you. And invite others to take a taste. They will see that the Lord is good!
Sue Payne is a freelance writer whose articles have appeared in home schooling newsletters and church news bulletins. She is experienced in curriculum planning and design and uses her writing skills to encourage and teach others. Sue lives in Delaware, is married, and has two boys whom she home schooled for a total of fourteen years.
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