around them, intent on social justice and active as peacemakers wherever they are. Consequently, they will also be pressured and reviled by all of those—believers and others—who feel that these traits show an person to be weak, lacking in strength of character or unwilling to compete and get ahead. Verses 13–16 suggest that the fundamental witness of a Christ-follower is found in their character, not their message nor organization. “Salt” is a substance used to preserve the good and bring out the