We are living in a world where many people’s hearts have become cold. Love is fading, kindness is rare, and many people care more about themselves than others. Jesus warned us about this. He said, “Because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold” (Matthew 24:12).
The Bible tells us that in the last days, people would become lovers of themselves, lovers of money, proud, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, and lovers of pleasure more than lovers of God (2 Timothy 3:1-5). When we look around today, we can see these things happening more and more.
The passage explores creation, order, and renewal. It describes the beginning of the world as a movement from emptiness and confusion toward structure and purpose. This change also serves as a comparison for personal renewal, suggesting that a confused inner life can become more settled and meaningful. Together, these themes invite readers to reflect on the natural world, their place within it, and the possibility of a fresh beginning.
Many people are hurting, but others walk past them without care. Some are hungry, lonely, broken, or grieving, yet the world keeps moving like nothing is wrong. The Bible says, “Whoever has this world’s goods, and sees his brother in need, and shuts up his heart from him, how does the love of God abide in him?” (1 John 3:17).
This is not the time for God’s people to become cold too. This is the time to shine. Jesus said we are the light of the world (Matthew 5:14-16). Even when the world is dark, we can show love, mercy, patience, forgiveness, and compassion.
The passage uses salt and light as symbols of positive influence and responsible behavior. Salt represents the ability to preserve what is good, while light represents helpful actions that others can see. It suggests that claiming to hold certain beliefs is not enough unless those beliefs are reflected in everyday conduct. The passage also distinguishes between private spiritual life and public behavior, emphasizing that visible actions should match a person’s stated values. Within its religious framework, the purpose of good works is to honor God rather than attract personal praise.
We must ask God to keep our hearts soft. Ezekiel 36:26 says that God can give us a new heart and put a new spirit within us. He can remove the heart of stone and give us a heart of flesh. Only God can warm a heart that has grown cold.
So let us not become cold, bitter, or careless. Let us love like Jesus loved. Let us forgive, help, pray, encourage, and care. The world may grow colder, but our love must grow stronger. “By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:35).
Minister A Francine Green, October 2026