“Salt of the Earth” is a dynamic and empowering track that highlights the essential role of Christians in preserving and enhancing the world through their faith and actions. Inspired by Matthew 5:13, this song calls believers to embrace their identity as the salt of the earth, bringing God’s truth and love to every corner of society. It underscores the importance of living a life that reflects Christ’s character, making a tangible difference in the world.

Scriptural Foundation:

• Matthew 5:13: “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.”
• Colossians 4:6: “Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.”
• Romans 12:2: “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—His good, pleasing and perfect will.”

Devotional Thoughts:

“Salt of the Earth” reminds us of our calling to preserve and enhance the world around us. Just as salt preserves food and adds flavor, we are called to preserve the truth and bring the flavor of God’s love and grace into every situation. This song is a prayer and declaration for intercessors to stand firm in their faith, transforming the world through the power of Christ.

Prayer Focus:

• Pray for the strength to maintain your ‘saltiness’ by staying true to God’s Word.
• Intercede for your community, asking God to use you to preserve truth and enhance the lives of those around you.
• Ask for wisdom to speak words of grace and truth that bring transformation.
• Pray for the global church to act as the salt of the earth, preserving God’s truth and love in a world that often seeks to dilute it.

Lyrics

Salt of the Earth

Narration (Scripture Reading over G and C)

You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot. (Matthew 5:13)

Verse 1

We are the salt, preserving truth and grace
Bringing flavor to this place
In a world that’s lost its way 
We stand firm, we’ll never sway

Chorus

We are the salt of the earth, called to be 
Agents of change and purity 
We are the salt of the earth, bringing light 
In Your power, we’ll stand and fight

Verse 2

Let us season with Your love 
Show compassion from above
In every heart and every home 
Let Your goodness be known

Pre-Chorus

Make us strong in times of need 
Let Your Spirit lead 

Chorus

We are the salt of the earth, called to be 
Agents of change and purity 
We are the salt of the earth, bringing light 
In Your power, we’ll stand and fight 

Bridge

We are here to stand our ground 
In Your name, we won’t back down 
With Your strength, we’ll persevere 
For Your glory, we’re here

Chorus

We are the salt of the earth, called to be 
Agents of change and purity 
We are the salt of the earth, bringing light 
In Your power, we’ll stand and fight 

Outro

We are the salt, preserving truth and grace 
Bringing flavor to this place 
We are the salt, preserving truth and grace 
Bringing flavor to this place

Lead Sheet

• Key: A Major
• Time Signature: 4/4
• Tempo: 78 BPM (Moderate, empowering worship)

Storyboard descriptions for music video

Intro:

• Music: Gentle acoustic guitar with light percussion, creating a warm, earthy atmosphere.
• Visuals: A wide shot of a vast field with golden grains, slowly transitioning to a close-up of a hand sprinkling salt over the soil.
• Mood: Serenity, preparation, and the beginning of transformation.

Narration (Scripture Reading over A and E):

• Music: Soft guitar strumming continues, with a slight build in volume as the narration progresses.
• Visuals: Text appears on the screen, displaying Matthew 5:13. As each verse is read, the field begins to glow softly, symbolizing the preservation and enhancement of life.
• Mood: Reverence, inspiration, and divine calling.

Verse 1:

• Music: Guitar joined by gentle piano, creating a tender, hopeful sound.
• Visuals: The camera focuses on individual farmers working in the field, their hands covered in salt as they sow seeds. The salt glows, symbolizing God’s preserving grace.
• Mood: Intimacy, labor of love, and the power of faith in everyday actions.

Chorus:

• Music: Full band enters with drums, bass, and strings, adding a powerful, uplifting energy.
• Visuals: The field flourishes with vibrant crops, symbolizing the life-giving power of God’s grace. The farmers work together, their efforts multiplied.
• Mood: Triumph, collective hope, and inspiration.

Verse 2:

• Music: Intensity pulls back slightly, focusing on the guitar and gentle percussion.
• Visuals: More people join the farmers, each bringing their own salt. They work together, enhancing the field’s growth and beauty.
• Mood: Invitation, community growth, and collaborative spirit.

Pre-Chorus:

• Music: Drums build with a crescendo, creating a sense of anticipation and excitement.
• Visuals: Close-ups of people adding salt to their crops, the light from the salt spreading through the field. The camera captures their joy and determination.
• Mood: Determination, rising action, and shared mission.

Chorus:

• Music: The full band returns with greater intensity, emphasizing the song’s climax.
• Visuals: The field now flourishes with overwhelming abundance, symbolizing the unity and collective faith of its caretakers. The surrounding landscape is bathed in light.
• Mood: Exhilaration, unity, and overwhelming joy.

Bridge:

• Music: A quieter, reflective section with soft vocals, guitar, and strings.
• Visuals: Close-ups of individuals praying and worshiping together in the field. The light from the salt reaches out, illuminating the surrounding countryside and distant towns.
• Mood: Contemplation, deep worship, and connection to God.

Chorus:

•  Music: The intensity builds again, returning to the full band for a final, triumphant rendition of the chorus.
• Visuals: A wide shot shows the field as a symbol of life and hope, with people from all around coming to join. The sky brightens, symbolizing the spread of God’s grace.
• Mood: Celebration, global unity in the light of Christ.

Outro:

• Music: The music gradually fades, returning to the soft acoustic guitar from the intro.
• Visuals: The scene fades to a bright light, symbolizing God’s eternal presence. The final shot shows the text “Salt of the Earth” with the reference to Matthew 5:13.
• Mood: Peace, fulfillment, and the lasting impact of God’s grace.