REFLECTION TEXT: Psalm 1 SUMMARY: Jesus challenges us to be honest in the way we talk to others. He is also calling us to resist hostile retaliation in the way we treat others. Imagine what a refreshing change of pace that would be in our current climate…if Christians were salt and light in these simple ways. 1. SIMPLY SPEAK THE ! Remember God sees and hears everything. Tell the truth, use your speech for good. Matthew 23:16-22, James 5:12, Ephesians 4:29-30, Luke 6:45 2. SERVE OTHERS ! with meekness and generosity for the glory of God! in the face of hositility! (Matthew 5:38-39) See Romans 12:17-21 in the face of unreasonable demands! (Matthew 5:40) Serve with and work as unto the LORD! (Matthew 5:41) Be ready to HELP those in need! (Matthew 5:42) THE WAY WE TALK TO OTHERS MATTERS! THE WAY WE TREAT OTHERS MATTERS!