The Be Salty Stay Lit Matt Sea Turtles Hat blends beach vibes with bold faith. Inspired by Matthew 5:13–14, it reminds wearers to be the salt of the earth and a light to the world. Featuring a symbolic sea turtle with island palms, it’s perfect for ocean lovers, conservationists, and believers who live their faith out loud. This hat isn’t just stylish—it tells a story of purpose, light, and environmental awareness. A statement of faith. A call to action.
Be Salty Stay Lit Matt Sea Turtles Hat – Faith, Sea Turtles & Island Spirit
Dive into a message of purpose with the Be Salty Stay Lit Matt Sea Turtles Hat—a design that beautifully fuses tropical freedom with Biblical truth. Centered around Matthew 5:13–14, this verse reminds us of our role as “the salt of the earth” and “the light of the world.” Whether you’re hitting the beach or your daily grind, this cap encourages you to live boldly and make your impact visible.
At the heart of the design is a sea turtle—a revered symbol of endurance, grace, and protection in many coastal cultures. Across the Pacific Islands, sea turtles represent longevity and spiritual guidance. In a modern context, they’ve also become icons of environmental awareness and ocean conservation. This artwork combines their meaning with Christian faith, turning a simple hat into a wearable mission.
The turtle’s shell holds a peaceful island scene with twin palm trees and ocean waves—bringing to mind the serenity of nature and the divine beauty of creation. These visuals connect to the call of stewardship: to protect our Earth while shining a light in our communities. It’s a nod to sustainability, to salt and light, to being present in the world with purpose.
This hat has gained popularity among coastal communities, youth ministries, and travelers who embrace faith and freedom. Whether you’re wearing it to share your beliefs, support turtle conservation, or just to rep a chill-yet-meaningful vibe, you’re joining a movement of faith-led action. Let the world know—you’re salty, you’re lit, and you were made to shine.
Shipping Policy & Manufacturing Info
Our shirts are made when ordered. Due to the time variability of on-demand manufacturing, we offer 2 options for how quickly you want to receive your order. You can select from the following choices in checkout.Standard Shipping ($4.99+)
- Orders using this option generally arrive 5-10 days (U.S. orders) and it takes 2 weeks for International orders after being manufactured and shipped. (See notes below)
- Manufacturing times for this option vary more around busier times of the year or during extreme circumstances such as covid-19 shutdowns.
Shipping and expedited manufacturing ($19.99+) (U.S. Only)
- Orders using this option jump to the front of the manufacturing queue which can generally save a couple days (or more during busier times of the year).
- It's highly recommended to use this option if you are ordering for a specific event or holiday.
- Orders using this option generally arrive 2-3 days after being manufactured and shipped. (U.S. only)
- Orders using expedited manufacturing will be printed when the next batch of orders are processed which can vary depending on seasonality and other factors.
Please Note:
- We do not guarantee shipping or arrival dates.
- Manufacturing during the majority of the year takes between 1-5 business days (Mon-Fri) however can take more than a week during the heaviest shopping times of the year. Extreme circumstances such as covid-19 may delay order manufacturing and/or shipping by an additional week or more.
- All manufacturing and shipping times mentioned are just estimates and will vary.
- Some of our popular designs may be pre-printed and may ship out faster than less commonly ordered designs/style/color combinations.