Bonded to Jesus Christ: Becoming the Salt of the Earth
José A. Teixeira, of the Presidency of the Seventy
Elder Teixeira describes how being bonded to Jesus Christ enables us to be the "salt of the earth."
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Bond with the Savior
Elder Teixeira emphasizes the necessity of bonding with Jesus Christ to truly become the salt of the earth. This connection enables us to serve others and reflect the Savior's light.
We can’t be salt on our own; if we are to be salt of the earth, we must be bonded to the Lord.
Our unity and strength, grounded in our shared faith, reassure us that we are never alone in this journey.Key Points:
- Being bonded to Jesus Christ is essential to becoming the salt of the earth.
- Our faith and unity in Christ empower us to serve and uplift others.
- Reflect on a time when your relationship with Christ helped you serve someone in need.
- Share an experience where you felt bonded to the Lord and how it influenced your actions.
- Consider how your connection with Jesus Christ has strengthened your faith and service.
Embrace Service and Dedication
Elder Teixeira highlights the devotion and service of Church members, particularly the youth, as they embrace their roles as disciples of Christ.
Your unwavering dedication is a shining example.
You are not just the Church’s future but its present. And you are indeed the salt of the earth!Key Points:
- The youth of the Church are leading the way in discipleship through service and dedication.
- Service is a vital expression of our faith and commitment to Christ.
- Describe a moment when you or someone you know demonstrated dedication to serving others.
- How has participating in service projects strengthened your faith?
- Discuss how youth involvement in the Church has inspired you.
Preserve Spiritual Vitality
Elder Teixeira warns against spiritual complacency and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong inner faith to make a meaningful impact in the world.
Like salt can lose its essence, we can also lose our spiritual vitality if our faith in Jesus Christ becomes casual.
We avoid spiritual apathy by filling our lives with purpose and service.Key Points:
- Spiritual vitality is essential to being a positive influence.
- Avoiding spiritual apathy requires purposeful living and service.
- Reflect on a time when you felt spiritually vibrant and how it affected your actions.
- Share an experience where you overcame spiritual complacency.
- How do you maintain your spiritual vitality in daily life?
Simple Acts of Discipleship
Elder Teixeira encourages us to engage in simple yet profound acts of discipleship, such as temple worship, family strengthening, Church service, and purposeful digital communication.
We too can do simple things that, with consistent efforts in small and meaningful acts, can deepen our discipleship and commitment to Jesus Christ.
Striving to be the salt of the earth includes so much more than an endless scrolling of reels on a six-inch screen.Key Points:
- Simple acts of devotion and service deepen our discipleship.
- Purposeful use of digital tools can enhance our connections and service.
- Share how regular temple attendance has impacted your spiritual life.
- Discuss a simple act of service that had a significant impact on you or others.
- Reflect on how you use digital communication to minister to others.
Remain Bonded and Reflect His Light
Elder Teixeira concludes by urging us to maintain our bond with the Lord, ensuring our lives reflect His light and influence the world positively.
As we remain bonded to the Lord, our lives will naturally reflect His light, and we will become the salt of the earth.
May we strive to maintain this bond with the Lord, never lose our savor, and be the small, little crystal of salt that the Lord wants us to be.Key Points:
- Maintaining our bond with the Lord allows us to reflect His light.
- Our faith and actions can enrich our lives and those around us.
- Describe a time when your faith in Christ helped you shine His light in a challenging situation.
- Reflect on how maintaining your bond with the Lord has influenced your family or community.
- Share an experience where you felt your actions positively impacted others because of your faith.
