The Answer to Our Deepest Needs By Billy Graham

The Answer to Our Deepest Needs By Billy Graham Jesus taught that Christians are “the salt of the earth”(Matthew 5:13). Salt adds zest to food, and it is a preservative. If it were not for the Christian salt, our society would become corrupt. Take all the Christians out of America and see what chaos would be created overnight. It is partially because the church has lost its saltiness that we have such appalling moral and social needs now. Jesus also said: “You are the light of the world” (Matthew 5:14). The darkness of our world is getting ever darker. There is only one true light shining, the light of Jesus Christ, which is reflected by those who trust and believe in Him. But just as there is danger that salt will lose its saltiness, so there is danger that light may be lost in darkness if it is not tended and given a chance to shine. The lives of the early Christians were their invincible witness. The world may argue against a creed, but it cannot argue against changed lives. That is what the simple Gospel of Jesus Christ does when it is preached in the power and authority of the Holy Spirit. Not only do we as Christians follow Christ and learn from Him, but we also must act. The world judges Christians by our life, not by our belief. Our acts are an indication of our faith. Today’s Prayer Lord, help us shine for You. Don’t let us lose our zest. Give us courage and power to reach the world for You so Your Kingdom will be preserved. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.