Monday, July 21, 2025

Don’t Be Ashamed of Jesus

 

One day, someone might ask you what you believe. When that happens, don’t be scared to say you believe in Jesus. In Matthew 10:32-33 (NLT), Jesus said,“Everyone who acknowledges me publicly here on earth, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven. But everyone who denies me here on earth, I will also deny before my Father in heaven.” That means when we speak up about our faith, Jesus will gladly tell God that we belong to Him. He loves when we stand with Him.

Being a child of God is something to be excited about! We don’t need to feel nervous or embarrassed. God is the one true God, and He chose us to be His. That’s amazing! But sometimes, people who don’t know God may try to make us feel left out. They might think it’s not “cool” to love Jesus. But Jesus understands that. In John 15:18 (NLT), He said, “If the world hates you, remember that it hated me first.” So when people don’t accept us because of our faith, we’re actually sharing in what Jesus went through—and that means our love for Him is real.


Sometimes it’s hard to stand up for what’s right, especially when others don’t. But God sees that. In Matthew 5:10 (NLT), Jesus reminds us, “God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.” That means when we get teased or left out for following Him, He promises to reward us. And His rewards are better than anything we could get here on earth.


So don’t stay quiet about your faith. Tell people how much God loves them. Talk about His kindness, His power, and how He changed your life. God is good, and He deserves to be known.


Never be ashamed of being God’s child. Even if it’s hard sometimes, remember: His love is worth more than being popular. He’ll always be with you, and He smiles when you choose to stand strong for Him.  


Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.


“Don’t Be Ashamed of Jesus”, written for aheartforchristdevotions@blogspot.com by Kraiapril©2025. All rights reserved. All done to the glory of God through Jesus Christ, our Lord!

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