I discovered the difference between being "shamed" and being "ashamed" through my study this week. Abigail Duhon's song, "I'm Not Ashamed," leads us to Romans 1 and Paul's famous declaration,  "I am not ashamed of the gospel." Exploring and meditating on this Scripture will really change the way you think...if you let it. On this episode I discuss: Taking a B.I.T.E. out of Scripture - this week's Bible Interaction Tool Exercises include: Meditating on God's Word Read in context Slow down Write down your observations Complete a word study Pondering what leads to feelings of being ashamed Considering details of the gospel learned from Romans 1:1-7 To whom Paul is obligated as revealed in Romans 1:8-15 The response of others to the gospel - 1 Corinthians 1:22-23 How Jesus responded to shame - Hebrews 12:1-3 How we will endure shame, considering it's insignificant compared to the power of salvation The assignment to keep reading in Romans 1 to see Paul's exposition of sin How a discussion of common sins may make us feel uncomfortable How we should be more ashamed of sin than of the gospel Additional Resources Download the single Lyrics for "I'm Not Ashamed" by Abigail Duhon - Air1 Radio Story behind the song "I'm Not Ashamed" by Abigail Duhon - Hallels Article This Week's Challenge Read Romans chapter 1 in context. Slow down and make some observations as you work your way through the verses. If a word jumps out at you, spend some time meditating on it. Consider what makes you more ashamed, the gospel or your sin?