The Joy of the Journey: Find Your Voice for Jesus

Every follower of Christ is called to be a witness. Jesus did not save us so that we would remain silent, hidden, or timid in our faith. He saved us so that His name might be proclaimed among the nations, starting right where we are. In a world filled with competing voices, distractions, and false hopes, Christians must rise and find their voice for Jesus.  

Jesus Himself gave this charge to His disciples: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age” (Matthew 28:19–20). This Great Commission is not optional—it is central to our identity as Christians. To “go” requires speaking, teaching, and proclaiming the truth of the gospel.

The Apostle Paul also makes this clear: “How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching?” (Romans 10:14). Faith comes by hearing, and hearing comes through the word of Christ. Our voices matter because they carry the life-changing message of salvation.

Many believers hesitate to speak because of fear—fear of rejection, mockery, or not knowing what to say. But Scripture encourages us to rely not on our strength but on the Holy Spirit’s. Jesus promised: “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth” (Acts 1:8).

The Spirit equips us with courage and wisdom. Paul, who once persecuted Christians, boldly declared Christ across the Roman world. He testified, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek” (Romans 1:16). We too must lay aside shame and remember the gospel’s power does not depend on us but on God.

Finding your voice for Jesus is not about shouting the loudest but about speaking with both conviction and compassion. Paul reminds believers: “Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person” (Colossians 4:6). Gracious speech points people to Christ by embodying His kindness. Salted words preserve truth, preventing compromise with the world’s ever-shifting values. Together, grace and truth reflect the heart of Jesus Himself, who was “full of grace and truth” (John 1:14)

Not every Christian will stand behind a pulpit, but every Christian has a voice. In homes, workplaces, schools, and friendships, God opens doors for witness. Peter exhorts us: “But in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect”(1 Peter 3:15).

Finding your voice means being attentive to those moments—when a coworker shares their struggles, when a friend asks about your faith, or when your children look to you for guidance. Your testimony, your prayers, and your willingness to speak can plant seeds of eternal life.

Silence is not an option for followers of Christ. Jesus calls, the Spirit empowers, and the world needs the message only Christians can bring. Whether in small conversations or public witness, your voice carries eternal significance. So let us declare with boldness, humility, and love: Jesus Christ is Lord!