06/16/2026
What Does It Mean?
**Romans 1:16 (NIV)**
*"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."*
The Apostle Paul was writing to believers in Rome, the center of political power, culture, and influence in the world at that time. Yet Paul boldly declared that he was **not ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ**.
Why?
Because the Gospel is not merely a message—it is **the power of God unto salvation**.
Many people are willing to talk about sports, politics, work, hobbies, or current events. But when the conversation turns to Jesus, fear and hesitation often creep in. We worry about what people will think. We worry about saying the wrong thing. We worry about being rejected.
Paul reminds us that our confidence is not in our ability to persuade people. Our confidence is in the Gospel itself. The Gospel has the power to save, transform lives, restore families, and change eternal destinies.
As Vacation Bible School approaches, this truth should encourage us. Children and families do not need our perfect words—they need the Gospel. Every invitation, every conversation, every lesson taught, and every act of kindness is an opportunity to point someone to Jesus Christ.
The question is not whether the Gospel is powerful enough.
The question is: **Are we willing to share it?**
God has placed us in our community for a reason. He has given us neighbors, coworkers, friends, and family members who need to hear the Good News. May we be bold, loving, and faithful witnesses for Christ.
**Truth to Carry This Week:**
"The Gospel does not need to be improved, updated, or made more powerful. It is already the power of God unto salvation. Our responsibility is simply to share it."
