Romans 1:16-17
Scripture: Romans 1:16-17 (ESV)
For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith for faith, as it is written, “The righteous shall live by faith.”
Devotion:
In these few verses from Romans 1:16-17, Paul declares his bold stance on the gospel. It is a message so transformative, that it compels him to share it without hesitation or shame. What would this world look like if we all felt like this! This passage strikes at the very heart of our own struggles with fear, doubt, and the desire for acceptance. This passage issues a challenge for us to think about how important the gospel really is in our lives!
Our society often pushes us to conform. It urges us to blend in. To not “rock the boat”. We are told that we should keep our faith to ourselves, and that we shouldn’t stand out because of what we believer. We’re bombarded with messages that tell us our beliefs should be kept private, that faith is a personal matter not to be shared in public or professional spaces. But Paul’s words remind us that the gospel is not just good news. It is the very power of God for salvation. Surely that deserves to be shouted from the
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The gospel reveals the righteousness of God, a righteousness that we receive through faith from start to finish. It’s a message of hope, not just for a select few, but for everyone who believes—breaking down barriers of ethnicity, social status, and background. The righteousness of God, revealed in the gospel, assures us that we are made right with Him not by our own efforts but through faith in Jesus Christ.
Living “by faith” means trusting in this truth every day. It means finding our identity in Christ, not in the opinions of others or the shifting standards of the world. It’s about holding onto the promise of salvation and the assurance of God’s love, even when it’s counter-cultural to do so.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for the power of the gospel, which brings salvation to all who believe. Help me to live unashamed of this truth, bold in my faith and confident in Your righteousness that covers me. Grant me courage to share the hope and love found in Jesus, not backing down because of fear or the desire for approval. May my life be a testament to the transforming power of Your grace, and may I always remember that the righteous shall live by faith. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Challenge for the Day:
Today, look for an opportunity to share your faith or the hope you have in Christ with someone. It doesn’t have to be a grand gesture; sometimes, the most powerful witness is simply living out your faith authentically and loving others as Jesus loves us. Let your actions and words be a reflection of the unashamed confidence you have in the gospel—the power of God for salvation.