TO BE SALT AND LIGHT TO THE WORLD…

To Be Salt and Light to the World…


“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.”
Matthew 5:13

Worship Ministry of FBC Canton, you are to bring superb flavor to the body of Christ. When people “taste” what we do, may they “taste” the love of Jesus and His Church. May we never be found worthless to Christ. So many worship ministries today are not full of life and taste. They bring no flavor to the body of Christ. May we never be included in that category! Be salt this week!

“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.”
Matthew 5:14-16

We are commanded to let our light shine. Too often, we get into the routine of leading worship and our light becomes dim. God has called us to let our light shine not so people can see our good works and give us praise. Instead, we are to let our light shine outwardly so that others may praise the Father. You have heard me say it a number of times, but it is biblical to be expressive in worship. The passage in Matthew clearly states that people are to “see your good deeds.” If all they see is a frown or a solemn look, how are they to know that you love Christ? When you express your worship with a smile, lifted hands, bowed knees, clapping hands or tear filled eyes, people can visibly see your love for Jesus and in turn, express their love for Him. Don’t hide your love for Christ behind a frightened, intimidated attitude; instead, let your light shine this week!

Aaron Hodges