Today as we celebrate
the freedom we enjoy let us not forget that true freedom only comes through
Christ. Let’s consider what Paul wrote in Galatians 5.
In verse 1 he says,
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let
yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.
It is up to each
believer to stand firm on the truth and show our love by being obedient to
Christ. We see it in verses 7-8, You were running a
good race. Who cut in on you and kept you from obeying the truth? That
kind of persuasion does not come from the one who calls you.
Jesus is now the main
actor in our lives not us. In verse 13, You, my brothers, were called
to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature; rather,
serve one another in love. Just like Christ.
Realize and
remember where true freedom comes from - today and every day. Happy
Fourth everyone!