While Romans 1:24–32 exposes the tragic depth of humanity’s rebellion and the darkness of a world that exchanges God’s truth for lies, Isaiah 9 announces a greater hope. Into that darkness, God sends a rescuing Light—Jesus, the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father,  and Prince of Peace.

In Romans 1:16–17, Paul boldly declares he is “not ashamed of the gospel” because it is the very power of God to save. This message exposes our sin, confronts our pride, and reveals that we cannot earn righteousness. We must receive it by faith in Christ. When we do, God takes our righteousness which is filthy rags and clothes us with the perfect righteousness of Christ. We are called to believe it, live it, and proclaim it without shame.

In Romans 1:8–15, Paul opens his heart and reveals the soul of a true pastor—one who begins with gratitude, is burdened in prayer for God’s people, and burns to strengthen and be strengthened by the church. This message explores Paul’s deep love for believers, his passion to reach all people with the gospel, and how his pastoral heart ultimately reflects the heart of Jesus for us today.

In this message from Romans 1:1-7, we explore how Paul introduces the gospel as God’s eternal promise fulfilled in Jesus Christ. The good news didn’t begin in the New Testament—it was promised long ago and revealed in Christ’s life, death, and resurrection. This gospel transforms who we are, calls us to obedience through faith, and commissions us to share God’s grace with all nations.

The book of Romans has sparked revival for centuries—awakening Augustine’s heart, igniting Luther’s Reformation, and setting Wesley’s faith on fire. In this opening message of Romans: Not Ashamed of the Gospel, we discover why this letter still transforms lives today. Romans confronts our sin, reveals God’s grace, and awakens our mission to impact the nations, our neighbors, and the next generation through the unashamed power of the Gospel.