Salt and light were essentials of life in the ancient world. True salt was so important; it was often used as currency. Salt was a matter of life or death, the only way to preserve food in the intense heat. And the oil in the temple that fueled the ever-burning flame was a sign of the assurance of God’s love and protection. When Jesus tells the disciples that they are salt and light, he is reflecting back to them their true value as children of God.
God, help us to recognize our value to each other as we bravely and humbly shine our light wherever we are today.
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