“If anyone is ashamed of me and my words, the Son of Man will be ashamed of them when he comes in his glory.” – Luke 9:26
Bible Verses About Being Ashamed Of Jesus
The Cost of Discipleship
When we think about being ashamed of Jesus, we must also consider the cost of being His disciple. Jesus made it clear that following Him is not always easy. It requires us to put aside our own desires and sometimes face ridicule or rejection from those around us. Yet, embracing this identity can lead to the fulfillment of His promises. It is through our perseverance in being unashamed of the gospel that we can truly experience a more profound relationship with Jesus. By carrying our crosses and sharing in His sufferings, we grow stronger in our faith and witness to others.
Luke 14:27
“And whoever does not carry their cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.” – Luke 14:27
Matthew 10:38
“Whoever does not take up their cross and follow me is not worthy of me.” – Matthew 10:38
Mark 8:34
“Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.'” – Mark 8:34
Luke 9:23
“Then he said to them all: ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.'” – Luke 9:23
James 1:12
“Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him.” – James 1:12
Boldness in Sharing Our Faith
Sharing our faith is a vital part of our walk with Christ. We are called to be bold in proclaiming the love of Jesus and to share the good news with everyone around us. Instead of shrinking back out of fear or shame, we can draw strength from the Holy Spirit to speak openly about our beliefs. Each moment we embrace our faith openly not only honors Jesus but also inspires others to explore who He is. We can be confident that our testimony can touch hearts and encourage others to discover the hope we have in Him.
Acts 4:29
“Now, Lord, consider their threats and enable your servants to speak your word with great boldness.” – Acts 4:29
Romans 1:16
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes.” – Romans 1:16
Philippians 1:14
“And because of my chains, most of the brothers and sisters have become confident in the Lord and dare all the more to proclaim the gospel without fear.” – Philippians 1:14
2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” – 2 Timothy 1:7
1 Peter 3:15
“But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” – 1 Peter 3:15
Overcoming Fear of Man
One of the main reasons we may feel ashamed of Jesus is the fear of how others might perceive us. The Bible encourages us to remember that our ultimate allegiance is to Christ, not to the opinions of the world. When we focus on God’s acceptance rather than man’s approval, it becomes easier to stand firm in our faith. By acknowledging that we are called to serve Him above all else, we can overcome insecurities and embrace a fearless life in Christ, ready to share His message confidently.
Proverbs 29:25
“Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.” – Proverbs 29:25
Matthew 10:31
“So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” – Matthew 10:31
1 John 4:18
“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.” – 1 John 4:18
John 12:43
“For they loved human praise more than praise from God.” – John 12:43
Galatians 1:10
“Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people