Paul goes on to say, ‘with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.‘ (Eph 6:15)
Zola Budd (a South African athlete who ran in the 1980s) may have been able to run barefoot, but most of us are grateful for the protection of shoes or sandals. A Roman soldier’s footwear was studded with nails or spikes, like cleats, to help him keep his balance in combat and gave him both the chance to stand firm to defend himself against the enemy or to move forward. We have been given beautiful feet (Is 52:7), for we can carry the good news of the gospel of peace to a world that is desperately in need of peace.
The task of evangelism (or ‘gossipping the good news‘) is one many of us find challenging and difficult, but is part of our responsibilities as Christians. There should be an alertness and swiftness within us when it comes to spreadhing this good news. How will others hear if we do not spread the word?