Saltless Preachers--Candles Without Light
June 03, 2007 @ 12:45 AM
by Van Robison
Jesus told His disciples in
Matthew 5:13-16 that they were the salt of the
earth. He also said they are the light of the
world, and that they were likened to candles
giving light. He said to let your light so shine
before men that they may see your good works and
glorify your Father which is in heaven. The
followers of Jesus Christ are to be salt in the
earth and a light in the world. Unfortunately
many preachers today are saltless and their
candle has no light, because their real interest
in life is having power and control over others,
as well as majoring on money--their real god.
Some preachers, especially some money-obsessed
television preachers use the name of Jesus
Christ for personal gain. They come as angels of
light, but in reality are wolves in sheep's
clothing. Read
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