There is a hardness of heart that naturally exists within mankind. That hardness is reflected in the American culture. Our movies are riddled with violence--peppered with foul language--with the clear message that rebellion against any established authority is somehow chic. To be proud of our fallen state and post-modern barbarism is the order of the day.
In the midst of this cultural folly, God calls His people to be strong in character and heart-broken over the fallen state of those lost in the darkness. God calls the church to "morn" when we consider those that are lost, broken, addicted, blinded and headed for disaster. It is this "soft" heart that causes us to reach out with love and minister with grace. As God's fruit flows through our lives--His love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control (Gal. 5:22,23)--we become God's salt and light.
Here is a comforting thought: You--"Yes" you--can be a life-changing influence in the life of another person. The fact that you care will make a difference...it may actually prove to be "the" difference. Let us follow in the footsteps of Jesus, who mourned over those that were lost in darkness; and let us be comforted as Jesus uses our lives to bring them into the light.
Prayer: "Dear Father, may Your name be high and lifted up among those who identify themselves as Followers of Christ. You are worthy of all praise, glory and honor! Cause me to care about the things that You care about; and compel me to be Your light and salt wherever I go in my daily life. As I observe the lives of others may I be filled with compassion. Please use me this day to touch a life with Your love." Amen
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