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If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. (John 8:36)
Christ has set us free to live a free life. So take your stand! Never again let anyone put a harness of slavery on you.
It is absolutely clear that God has called you to a free life. Just make sure that you don’t use this freedom as an excuse to do whatever you want to do and destroy your freedom. Rather, use your freedom to serve one another in love; that’s how freedom grows. For everything we know about God’s Word is summed up in a single sentence: Love others as you love yourself. That’s an act of true freedom. My counsel is this: Live freely, animated and motivated by God’s Spirit. (Galatians 5:1,13-14,16)
I’ve been thinking and dreaming about freedom–a lot. It feels as if everything in my life–my prayer, my attitudes, my reflections, my activities, my understanding, and my memories–are all moving toward “Freedom.” God has given all of us freedom from the bondage of sin and freedom for growing His Kingdom. But it’s the kind of gift that will not grow unless it’s used–it’s meant to be shared! I’m just beginning to realize how important using our freedom is to growing His Kingdom on earth. Read the rest of this entry »
