Romans 1:16-17. For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes: first to the Jew, then to the Gentile. 17 For in the gospel the righteousness of God is revealed—a righteousness that is by faith from first to last, just as it is written: “The righteous will live by faith.”
Why is the gospel so good? Because it is easy and light. Jesus said, “Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest… For My yoke is easy and My burden is light” (Matthew 11:28–30). The gospel is not a heavy weight but a message of perfect rest. The Author of all joy gave the gospel to humanity, who had fallen into a state of constant unhappiness, frustration, and despair. The gospel is God’s answer to the deepest longings of the human heart.
The Son of God came into the world as the True King to destroy the works of the devil—the one who introduced sin, death, and misery to the world since the fall of Adam and Eve. As the True Priest, He offered His own blood to break the chains of sin and set us free from the law of sin and death. As the True Prophet, He opened a new and living way to God, tearing down the barrier between heaven and earth, and transferring us from the background of hell into the glorious kingdom of light.
His name is Jesus. Through His death and resurrection, He completed the work of the Christ. No religion, philosophy, or human effort could ever achieve what Jesus accomplished. He who was without sin became sin for us, so that we might be made righteous before God (2 Corinthians 5:21). He offers salvation freely to all who receive and believe in Him as the Christ, the Anointed One sent by God.
Why is the gospel so good? Because it is secure. When you received the gospel, God sealed you with the Holy Spirit, the promised Helper, as a guarantee of your eternal inheritance (Ephesians 1:13–14). Your salvation is not based on your performance, but on Christ’s finished work. No power of hell, no force of darkness, and no failure of your own can take away what God has secured. You are His, forever.
Because you are in Christ, God hears your prayers and answers them. You are no longer a stranger or a beggar—you are a child of God, with full access to His throne. Do not be anxious or afraid. The Holy Spirit, who now lives in you, is leading you step by step in righteousness and truth. Though you may feel weak and unworthy, the Spirit within you is strong and perfect. He will strengthen you to stand firm in all situations. Nothing and no one can stand against you. Nothing can separate you from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:31–39).
Why is the gospel so good? Because it is powerful. With the gospel, God has given you spiritual authority—the authority to overcome all the power of the enemy. He has armed you with the name above every name: Jesus. You are not fighting for victory, but from victory. God has already guaranteed triumph in the battle “against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms” (Ephesians 6:12).
Whenever the devil comes to attack, he will fail—because he cannot defeat those who stand in the name of Jesus, the True King. You are not to fear the enemy; he is the one who should fear you. Stand firm. Resist the devil by submitting to God and holding fast to His Word. Do not let your guard down—stay on the offensive through prayer, worship, and the proclamation of truth.
Stay spiritually alert. Do not give up, and do not be discouraged. Victory is certain. The peace of God will soon crush Satan under your feet (Romans 16:20). Stand in the triumph of your King and declare His victory wherever you go.
Why is the gospel so good? Because it is effective. God has given you the greatest privilege—prayer. Through prayer, the Holy Spirit works powerfully in and through you. When you pray, the forces of darkness are pushed back, and the kingdom of Satan begins to collapse. God commands His angel armies to protect you and carry out His will.
Just as Elijah prayed and the heavens responded, your prayers are powerful and effective (James 5:16). Jesus said that whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven (Matthew 16:19). Through your intercession, God brings healing to the sick, comfort to the brokenhearted, and salvation to the lost. He uses your life to proclaim the gospel—the good news that brings freedom and restoration to the nations.
Taste and see that the gospel is good. It is the greatest treasure, the most powerful truth, and the eternal hope for all mankind.
Prayer. Father, I thank You for the gospel. It is truly so good. Help me to experience the fullness of the gospel in every area of my life. Let its power be evident in my thoughts, words, and actions. Use me to proclaim this good news to the ends of the earth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.