Don't Conceal Good News!

My word of the year for 2026 is "publish," or more specifically, make good news known.

As a believer in Christ, I'm all about sharing truths I find in scripture. In fact, I often say, "I'm an encourager who writes bible-based words for the discouraged so they can have hope.

That's my mission.

But, as we all know, the enemy likes to discourage us from our callings. He is often subtle about it, whispering words of doubt trying to waylay us from our goal. There is a fear of not being relevant, or thought of as being ridiculous, or even feeling others say it better, why should I risk adding my voice to the mix?

Do you know the opposite meaning of the word publish? It is keeping something secret. It is concealing or hiding information.

In essence, if I know something that is true and uplifting, or that sparks wonder in my heart, and love for God. I'm robbing you if I don't share it. 

Conversely, if I discover something convicting that I could make a change and bring blessing and healing in my life. and I don't share it with others, what does that say about me? Am I more afraid of people's opinions than I am of the consequences of not following my calling of encouragement?

Do I really want to stand before the Lord one day and admit I was too afraid to speak encouragement in people's lives?

I think not!

What about you? What is your calling? Is something keeping you from it? I am praying for you, my reader, and asking God to help you fulfill whatever calling He has laid on your heart.

As believers, we are all called to share the gospel, the good news. Here is a  scripture and a prayer I'm sharing today for all of us:

For we speak as messengers approved by God to be entrusted with the Good News. Our purpose is to please God, not people. He alone examines the motives of our hearts. 1 Thessalonians 2:4 New Living Translation

 

Abba,

 

I’m so thankful for the messengers of the gospel. Where would we be if we had never heard?

 

I also note we should focus on pleasing God, not people. He is the only one that knows our true motives.

 

I like the part of this scripture that assures us He approves of us, that He trusts us to share the Good News. So many times, we are fearful to share thinking our explanation might not be good enough. But if we are being led by the Holy Spirit, we don’t have to worry about that. He will make it come together in just the right way. Our job is to share the seed. He will add whatever is needed to help it grow.

Be with us dear Holy Spirit as we go about our day. Schedule divine appointments for us and lead us in the way everlasting.

 

In Jesus’ name I pray; may many come to You today. So be it, amen.

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