Devotion #5: Simple Truth
“If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved.” Romans 10:9-10 (NIV)
Have you ever felt nervous about sharing your faith with someone? Maybe you have thought, “What if I say the wrong thing? What if they ask questions I cannot answer?” Those feelings are normal, but the good news is that God does not expect us to have all the answers. He just wants us to share what we know and trust Him with the rest.
Romans 10:9-10 shows us how simple salvation is; it is about believing in your heart and confessing with your mouth. That means when we share Jesus with others, we do not have to make it complicated. We just need to share the truth of who Jesus is and what He has done in our lives.
Think about it this way: If you find a really great restaurant or a product that makes your life easier, you naturally tell your friends about it. Sharing about Jesus is like that. You are sharing something amazing that has changed your life.
Start by sharing your story. People can argue about facts and opinions, but they cannot argue with your experience. What has Jesus done for you? How has He given you hope, peace, or purpose? Sharing from your heart is one of the most powerful ways to point others to Him.
Another thing to remember is that God does not ask us to do this alone. The Holy Spirit is with us, guiding our words and working in the hearts of those we talk to. You might not see the results right away, and that is okay. It is not up to us to save people, that is God’s job. Our job is to plant seeds by sharing the Gospel.
Sometimes, we overthink evangelism and feel like we have to be preaching on a stage. However, most of the time, it is as simple as having a conversation with a friend or showing kindness to a stranger. When people see the love of Jesus in us, they become curious about what makes us different.
If you are not sure where to start, ask God to open doors for you to share your faith. Pray for opportunities to talk about Jesus and for courage to take them. You might be surprised at how He works through you.
Sharing the Gospel is one of the most loving things we can do. Romans 10:9-10 reminds us that salvation is available to everyone who believes and confesses. Let us be bold in sharing that message, trusting that God will use our words and actions to draw others to Him.