Put Salt on It
And every offering of your grain offering you shall season with salt; you shall not allow the salt of the covenant of your God to be lacking from your grain offering. With all your offerings you shall offer salt.
Leviticus 2:13 (NKJV)
In the Old Testament, God instructed Israel that every grain offering must include salt. It was not a mere culinary detail, but a profound reminder of God’s eternal covenant with His people. Salt preserves, gives flavor, and symbolizes permanence. In the same way, today we are called to ensure that what we give and what we do for God is marked by joy, care, and a heart that honors His covenant.
- Putting salt on it is serving with joy
Salt represents the joy with which I must give my offerings and my service. It is not just about doing something out of obligation, but about doing it with joy, because that pleases God and blesses the people around me. - Putting salt on it is giving with care
When I prepare a dish with the right amount of salt, I show attention and dedication. In the same way, my offerings must carry that care, that conscious intention of honoring God, and not be done carelessly or automatically. - Putting salt on it is remembering the covenant
Every time I give, every time I serve, I must remember that everything is tied to God’s eternal covenant with me. That covenant assures me of His faithfulness, His provision, and His presence. - Putting salt on it is passing flavor to others
The joy and attitude with which I serve are noticed by others. If I give with joy, that “flavor” is transmitted and encourages those who see me. If I serve reluctantly, that also shows.
When my offerings, my time, and my service carry “salt,” not only do I please God, but I also bless and build others with my attitude.
And every offering of your grain offering you shall season with salt; you shall not allow the salt of the covenant of your God to be lacking from your grain offering. With all your offerings you shall offer salt.
Leviticus 2:13 (NKJV)
Think About It:
- With what attitude am I giving or serving: with joy or with obligation?
- Am I remembering God’s eternal covenant every time I offer something in His name?
- What “flavor” do others perceive when they receive my service or my offerings?