1 Kings 22; 2 Chronicles 18-19; Col 4

"Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone."  Colossians 4:6

Paul's main focus in his life was to tell others about Christ, explaining and preaching the mystery of Christ. (Col 4:2-3)  Paul is telling us that we should be wise in our contacts with non-Christians.  Making the most of every opportunity to tell them about the Good News of Salvation.  If we want others to hear what we have to say, then we need to handle our conversations with effectiveness.  No matter how right we may be, it does no good when we are not courteous to the person we are sharing with.  I have a tendency to cut people off when they talk.  I don't mean to be rude, but it is.  Being seasoned with "Salt" means that what we say and do should be encouraging the other person to continue in our discussion and lead us deeper into the the great mystery.  A great meal is one that is seasoned correctly.  Too much salt and it leaves a bad memory.  Not enough salt, and it's quickly forgotten.  If you feel people are ignoring or avoiding you maybe you just need to lay off the salt.  Be a better listener and don't feel like you have to point out everyone's faults all the time.  If you feel like you go unnoticed, how about adding some salt.  Invite them to church or a growth group.  Go big and invite them over for dinner, or simply ask if there is anything that they would like you to be praying for.  Jesus was good at salting his conversations.  He always had a crowd around and people were always wanting to here what he had to say.  How about you?  Are people drawn to you?  Make it a point to respect those around you and make the most our of every conversation and encounter you have today.

Praying for your,

Pastor Joe
Next Reading:  2 Kings 1-3; Psalm 82; 1 Tim 1