1. A cup of water in Jesus' name (38-41)

Some people think that there is a spiritual 'no-man's land' between God and Satan. But Jesus teaches differently. One who drives out demons in Jesus' name is on Jesus' side. One who gives a cup of cold water to Jesus' disciple is on God's side. We may have little in common humanly with some people, but if they love Jesus and fight the devil, we are on the same side.

2. Causing others to sin (42-50)

A Christian must have a clear attitude about sin. Jesus allows no compromise. One who causes another to sin is working for Satan. He or she should repent. Sin brings a person to death and hell, so we must fight sin with all our strength. Cutting off a hand doesn't cleanse a sinful heart; only the blood of Jesus can do that. A Christian with unrepented sins in his or her life is tasteless salt, fit only to be thrown out. Sin keeps us from being at peace with each other. It keeps us from being at peace with ourselves.

Application: Lord, cleanse my heart and give me an absolute attitude toward the gospel.
One Word: Be a salty Christian