PURVEYOR OF THE GOSPEL

"For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile. Romans 1:16 NIV

Apostle Paul says, "I am not ashamed"; why did he make the statement that he's not ashamed of the gospel unless he probably had been tempted to feel ashamed of it? He knew that the message of the cross was "foolishness" to some and "a stumbling block" to others (1 Corinthians 1:18, 23). 

Whatever Paul had in mind when he wrote those words, he gives a powerful reason for his being eager to spread the gospel. "I am not ashamed" he stated, "because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes." Paul’s words are clear and comprehensive. The need for salvation tells us of a serious, life-threatening situation because of the sinfulness of mankind. It is the power of God and we saw this power in the miracle of Christ’s birth; in His sinless life; His ministry of bringing hope to the outcasts of society, but most of all the evidence of "the power of God" is seen in His death, resurrection and ascension. 

Don't be ashamed of the Gospel of Our Lord Jesus Christ; If you are not ashamed of who God has made you to be, then you shouldn't be ashamed of proclaiming and announcing what makes God happy - His Word. Be a purveyor of the Gospel.

Further Scripture Study: 2 Corinthians 5:19; 1 Corinthians 2:3 

Declare This: Dear Lord, I am not ashamed of the Gospel. I am a carrier of the Good News and I display it everywhere I go in Jesus name Amen.