We are to be ‘the salt of the earth’ (Matthew 5:13). In the days before deep freezers and fridges, salt was used to keep meat from going bad. Christians are called to keep society from decay. Salt is also a flavour enhancer. We are called to bring out the full flavours of humanity by living in relationship with God and one another. We are also called to be ‘the light of the world’ (Matthew 5:14) and to light up the darkness around us.

Nicky Gumbel

Nicky Gumbel, The Jesus Lifestyle, 2010, London: Alpha International, p.33