After the Beatitudes, Matthew swings into the "salt of the earth" and "light of the world" images to make clear the idea that following Jesus means permeating our world and drawing forth from it what is good, as salt enhances the flavor of our favorite (or not so favorite) dish. It means bringing light into the darkness and illuminating it with the Truth and with the Love that comes from God. We are not Christians to be comfortable, but have a serious commitment to action, to "making it happen." The Beatitudes set the template against which we live out the Good News. Daily prayer, reflection on the Word of God, experiencing its POWER, and fortified with grace, we can accomplish what seems impossible. Nothing is impossible with God. We have no excuse. Let's roll up our sleeves and begin NOW.
Bro. Rene
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