In ancient times, salt and light were needed in life. Jesus used the images of salt and light to teach about love and life. In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus spoke of salt and light after he had given the Sermon on the Mount.
At World Youth Day in July 2002, Saint John Paul II spoke these words to the young people, "You are the salt of the earth...You are the light of the world." Matthew 5:13-14
Saint John Paul II said that the image of salt of the earth reminds us of Baptism. Through God's grace, we are reborn into new life, life in Jesus Christ. He spoke these words to the young people: "Do not let yourselves be dispirited by those who are disillusioned with life and have grown deaf to the deepest and most authentic desires of their heart." He said that we are called to be the light of the world. "It is you, dear young people, who must show that faith is a personal decision which involves your whole life. Let the Gospel be the measure and guide of life's decisions and plans! Then you will be missionaries in all that you do and say, and wherever you work and live, you will be signs of God's love, credible witnesses to the loving Presence o Jesus Christ. Never forget: 'No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a bushel.'" Matthew 5:15
How can you be salt and light?
Pray and read the Word of God daily.
Go to Mass, as often as possible.
Receive the Eucharist often.
Go to Eucharistic Adoration,
Go to confession often.
Witness to the sanctity of all life.
Meditate on the Sermon on the Mount.
Do the spiritual and corporal works of mercy.
When God said, "Let there be light," He created light in the world. It is God who creates light in us. He scatters the darkness. Turn to Him and receive the Sacraments frequently. He will shine His wonderful light upon you and He will send you out as a sign of His love and mercy to bring His light to everyone you encounter.
You are the light of the world. Matthew 5:14
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