Paul seems eager to share the Gospel with the Romans. He is not ashamed, nor does he feel powerless or self-conscious about proclaiming it. He affirms that it is “a divine power for salvation to everyone who believes” (16). The Gospel reveals, manifests, applies, and makes effective this initiative of salvation from God. The only condition for receiving it is faith, trusting in God, and following Jesus as Messiah. Thus, the Gospel offers salvation and life.