Ambassadors of Christ: Called to Proclaim

When Paul wrote to the believers in Rome, he wasn’t simply wrapping up a letter—he was handing off a mission. In Romans 15:14–24, Paul gives us a window into his heart as Christ’s ambassador. His words still challenge us today: every believer is called not just to be an ambassador, but to live as one.

Paul describes his evangelism as a “priestly duty,” offering his ministry as worship to God. For him, sharing the gospel wasn’t an optional extra—it was sacred. I love how Timothy Keller puts it: “Witnessing is not an add-on to the Christian life; it is a central part of it.” Paul’s life modeled this truth. He knew he wasn’t speaking from his own ability but with the authority of the One who sent him.

Too often, we measure success by applause or visible results. But Paul reminds us that true ambassadors don’t boast in themselves—they boast in Christ. “Ambassadors measure success by obedience, not applause.” Every time we share our faith, serve in love, or take a step of courage, we reflect Christ’s glory.

Then Paul takes it further: his ambition was to go where Christ was not yet known. That’s holy ambition—to go beyond comfort and convenience for the sake of the gospel. For us, that might not mean Spain or Illyricum, but it does mean stepping out in faith to reach someone who hasn’t yet seen or heard the hope of Jesus.

So where is God calling you to be His ambassador this week? It could be a conversation, an invitation, or a quiet act of service that points someone to Him. We are saved to be sent. Let’s live like it.

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