ROMANS 10:14-15

How, then can they call on the one they have not believed in?  And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”

TO PONDER

These verses serve as a bridge from yesterday’s text, how can we, believers in 2026, do what is necessary to share our faith with those who are lost and searching for hope?  We have long since ditched the idea of "if you build it, they will come" - we see that this isn't working. No, we need to actively search among our acquaintances, in our workplaces, our general daily activities, and act as ambassadors for Christ.       

We don’t just verbally share our faith, but, as beautiful feet suggest, small acts of kindness, speaking to the lonely, helping the poor, just ‘being there’ are a great witness to our faith and witness to God’s goodness. Those beautiful feet also bring news that faith brings freedom from the captivity of sin. We need to remember that we do have a helper, the Holy Spirit. When we flounder and feel out of our depth, Holy Spirit gives us the words and can use even our feeble, but faithful, efforts to grow and nurture faith in others.

How might God be wanting to use your feet to bring good news today?

PRAYER: Heavenly Father, we live in a world burdened by sin, and many people are without hope. Yet you have given us your Holy Word, your faithful promises of life and forgiveness in Christ, and Jesus’ example of how to express and live out our faith so that your goodness shines as a beacon of hope. Please help me to do that today so that you may be glorified. Amen

Today's devotion written by Maureen Macpherson, LifeWay Newcastle