A chance encounter at a funeral visitation changed everything. Standing in line, Allen asked the preacher a question that would haunt him for years: "Was this man a Christian?" The preacher's response was devastating in its simplicity: "Did he show it?"

That exchange forms the emotional core of this soul-searching episode where we confront an uncomfortable truth – if people have to ask whether you're a Christian after you're gone, your life probably didn't reflect Christ as clearly as it should have. Drawing from Matthew 5:13-16, we explore Jesus's powerful metaphors of believers being "salt of the earth" and "light of the world," examining what happens when salt loses its flavor or light gets hidden under a basket.

What kind of legacy are you building? Not the fleeting accolades of worldly success that fade from memory within years, but the eternal impact of a life authentically lived for Christ. We unpack what true belief entails – acceptance of truth, confidence in God's promises, and trust without empirical proof – and how that belief naturally manifests in our daily actions and choices. Like a single flame that can ignite countless others, our faith should spark belief in those around us, continuing long after we're gone.

The most profound question remains: When people walk past your casket someday, will they know without asking that you were a follower of Christ? And if those who knew you in life might question your faith, how will you stand before God on judgment day? This isn't about earning salvation through works, but about living in such a way that your relationship with Christ is unmistakable – not for your glory, but for His. We challenge you to examine your life today: What does it reflect? Who does it point toward? The answer shapes not just your legacy, but your eternity.