One of the functions of salt is preservation. Before refrigeration, meat would be heavily salted to prevent the spread of bacteria and decay. Similarly, Christians are called to be a preserving influence on our culture. Jesus says "Ye are the salt of the earth" (Matthew 5:13), not "Be the salt of the earth." If we are not "maintaining our saltiness" and preventing the spread of moral decay, then it is not being done.
Prayer is a way to be salty, to prevent the spread of evil in our culture. Be encouraged as you intercede for our nation this week!
