Paul was bold in his proclamation of faith, not wavering, but holding fast to that which he believed with all his heart. He truly embraced the cross of Christ and all it stands for—His sufferings, His death, and our salvation through a crucified Redeemer. As a matter of fact, Paul was so far from being offended or ashamed at the cross of Christ, that he desired to glory in nothing else and it was his determination to preach the cross till he drew his dying breath regardless of the cost to him personally. Paul knew that without the cross there would have been no redemption, no joy, and no hope.

"But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ ..." (Galatians 6:14)

How do we compare today? Do we consider our faith to be a "private matter" and, therefore, never discuss it publicly? Are we offended or ashamed when someone asks us about our faith?...