Christians as the salt of the Earth 2

Subject: Crs

Duration : 40mins

Instructional materials: salt 

Topic Christians as the salt of the Earth (2)

Objectives: By the end of the lesson ,the pupils shout be able to 

• Explain Jesus teaching on Christians as the salt of the salt 

• Mention the reasons why Christians are the salt of the Earth.

   

Lesson Notes: Christians as the Salt of the Earth

Introduction: In the Bible, Jesus teaches that Christians are the salt of the earth. This metaphor is used to describe the role and responsibility of Christians in the world. As we explore this topic, we will delve into Jesus' teaching on Christians as salt of the earth and the reasons why they are considered as such.

Jesus' Teaching on Christians as Salt of the Earth: In Matthew 5:13, Jesus says, "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot." Here, Jesus emphasizes the importance of Christians being a positive influence in the world, just like salt adds flavor and preserves food.

Reasons Why Christians are Salt of the Earth:

1. Preservation: Just as salt preserves food from decay, Christians are called to preserve the moral fabric of society by living according to God's principles and values.
2. Flavor: Salt adds flavor to food, and Christians are expected to add spiritual flavor to the world by sharing the love and message of Christ.
3. Purification: Salt has purifying properties, and Christians are called to be a purifying influence in the world, standing against sin and evil.
4. Visibility: Salt is visible when it is sprinkled on food, and Christians are called to be visible representatives of Christ, shining their light in the darkness.

Conclusion: As Christians, we are called to be the salt of the earth, making a positive impact in the world by living out our faith and sharing the love of Christ. We must strive to preserve, add flavor, purify, and be visible in our communities, just like salt does in food.

Assessment Questions:

1. What does Jesus mean by saying that Christians are the salt of the earth?

    

   Homework: 1. How can Christians be a preserving influence in society?

2. What are some ways Christians can add spiritual flavor to the world?

   Conclusion: The teacher summarizes the lesson.