Romans 1:16 says, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.” Now, that’s a statement if I’ve ever heard one.

Let’s be honest—people will proudly wear their favorite football team’s colors, argue over barbecue styles, and stand in line for hours for a cup of overpriced coffee. But when it comes to talking about Jesus, suddenly folks get quieter than a church mouse at a cat convention.

Paul wasn’t like that. He knew the gospel wasn’t just a good idea—it was the power of God. Power to change lives. Power to heal wounds. Power to take the most lost, broken, messed-up soul and make them brand new. And if that’s the case, why on earth would we ever be ashamed of it?

The world is loud about a whole lot of nonsense. Maybe it’s time we got a little louder about the one thing that really matters. So, go ahead—live your faith out loud. Love people like Jesus does. Speak the truth with kindness. And don’t be ashamed of the gospel, because it’s not just good news—it’s the best news this world has ever heard.