For I am NOT Ashamed

"For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth..." Romans 1:16

As believers we will meet opposition those who want to make us fall, fail and forsake the calling Christ has commissioned us for. To them it is foolish, dumb, and for many it's a hobby...not a lifestyle. So, they choose to mock and belittle those who have counted the cost of following Jesus. It's OKAY! Take heart! Dont be discouraged nor dismayed, but continue on that extremely narrow path and do the work of the Lord!

"For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God." 1 Corinthians 1:18 Jesus warned us it would be this way! "And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved." Matthew 10:22 He endured it and by His grace He provides strength for us to overcome pain & persecution.

If you are meeting opposition for failure to compromise REJOICE! You are BLESSED! Jesus said, "Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you." Matthew 5:10-13

"...If any man preach any other gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed." Galatians 1:9 Compromise to please anyone brings with it a curse. I personally choose blessings over a curse. Let the TRUTH of God's Word be told always. Do what's pleasing unto the Lord at all cost. Be counted worthy! "For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ. But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man." Galatians 1:10-11

"Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand." Ephesians 6:10-13

Though people are used to "attack" us, remember they are but a tool the enemy uses to come against us! Let us stand firm, grounded in Christ and take His life saving and transforming message to the lost, hurting and dying people. Too many have religion, but lack a real relationship with Jesus Christ. It is Him who has the power to save and for this we have NO reason to be ashamed!