20th January 2026

By Faith

"The just shall live by faith."

Romans 1:17

Today's Bible Reading: Romans 1:13-17.

The Bible reading today, tells us of the power of the Gospel of Christ to bring about salvation to all who believe. It is not just a message for one particular group of people, but for everyone, regardless of their background or ethnicity (v 16). This means that we should not be ashamed of the Gospel, but rather, we should proclaim it boldly and confidently.

The Gospel is also the means by which the righteousness of God is revealed. Through faith in Jesus Christ, we are made right with God and are given the gift of eternal life. This righteousness is not something that we can earn through our own efforts or good deeds, but it is a gift that we receive through faith in Jesus Christ.

Furthermore, this righteousness is revealed "from faith to faith." This means that it is not a one-time event, but it is a continual process of growth and transformation as we walk in faith and obedience to God. As we grow in our faith, we become more and more like Christ, and our lives become a reflection of His righteousness. Hence the close statement in v 17, “The just shall live by faith.”

Prayer: It is indeed wonderful to know, Father God, of the Gospel's power to save them that believe. Help Your Church to proclaim this wonderful Truth. In Jesus name. Amen.