'A Salty Peace' - Mark 9:50

[Jesus continued his teaching,] "Salt is good for seasoning. But if it loses its flavor, how do you make it salty again? You must have the qualities of salt among yourselves and live in peace with each other."

—Mark 9:50 NLT

Key Thought


Jesus wants us to be people of godly character — the term "qualities of salt" in this verse refers to people who are holy, righteous, pure, and redemptive in a world that is none of those things. Jesus wants us to live in peace with each other in our local congregations as well as with other believers even if we do not recognize them as being in "our group." Two clear commands — to be at peace and to have a godly influence on those around us — are made without equivocation. Obedience to these two important commands is needed so very much in the divided and worldly surroundings in which believers in Jesus now find themselves.

Today's Prayer


Holy Father, please help me exemplify the desires Jesus has for me — I want to be holy and redemptive as I live before my neighbors, and I want to be at peace with those who share faith in Jesus as Lord. In Jesus' name, I ask for your help in being fully obedient to you in these matters. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings

• 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8
• 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
• Hebrews 12:14

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