January 27, 2021 Free at Last－John 8：31-36

Sometimes I might ask “Am I in spiritual bondage and still hold myself hostage? Simply I found myself not completely free from the bondage of hatred and guilt.” As I was released from those bondages from God, what words can I use to thank Him for setting me free? We as believers can relate to such hard-won freedom. Jesus gave up His life—enduring death on a Roman cross – to secure spiritual freedom for all people, including everyone of us. Now as God’s children, we know “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.” Apostle Paul boldly declared (Galatians 5:1). The gospel of John also teaches of freedom in Christ, “If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed” (John 8:36).

In Jesus, we experience freedom in many ways? Not only from sin and its hold on us but also from guilt, shame, worry, Satan’s lies, superstitions, false teaching, and eternal death. No more hostages, we have freedom to show love to enemies, walk in kindness, live with hope, and love our neighbors. As we follow the Holy Spirit’s leading, we can forgive as we’ve been forgiven. For all of this, let’s thank God today. Then let’s love one another, so others will experience the power of His freedom too.

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