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Theme Verse: “That I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel.” — Ephesians 6:19

Being an ambassador for Christ doesn’t mean living passively—it means living with boldness. But boldness in Scripture is not brashness or arrogance; it’s Spirit-empowered courage to speak and live the truth without shame or fear. Paul, perhaps the boldest evangelist the world has ever known, still asked for prayer in Ephesians 6:19: “That I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel.” Even the strongest servants of God need divine help to remain bold and wise.

Our world often equates boldness with being loud, controversial, or combative. But biblical boldness is different. It’s steady in the face of threats. It’s clear when others are confused. It’s humble when pride would be easier. And it’s always driven by love, not ego. The gospel deserves more than timid whispers and fearful silence—it deserves courageous proclamation. But that proclamation must also be thoughtful, timely, and filled with grace.

Wisdom in speech is just as vital as boldness in heart. A careless word can do lasting damage. A poorly timed truth can harden a heart rather than open it. That’s why Paul also writes in Colossians 4:6 that our speech should be “always with grace, seasoned with salt.” We don’t just need courage to speak—we need wisdom to know how and when to speak. An ambassador doesn’t just deliver the message—they know the heart of their King and the needs of the people.

To live boldly and speak wisely means being grounded in the Word and sensitive to the Spirit. It means asking daily, “Lord, give me courage to represent You and discernment to do it well.” It also means listening well, building bridges where possible, and always pointing to Christ—not ourselves. We are not here to win arguments—we are here to win souls.

So today, open your mouth boldly, and let your words carry the weight of Heaven. Ask God for wisdom in what to say, when to say it, and how to say it. Live boldly in your convictions, and speak wisely in your conversations. The world needs courageous truth—but it also needs that truth spoken with the heart of Christ.