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live in freedom


Freedom is one of those words and concepts that has a lot of different meanings.  Everything from someone being released from a difficult place to another allowing their mind to let go of what what holding them back.  Take some time to think about how you deal with freedom.


Galatians 5:1  NLT  

So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law.


That is a great word.  May we know that our freedom, true freedom, comes from Jesus.  Also we can help others find real and lasting freedom.


Galatians 5:10  NLT  

I am trusting the Lord to keep you from believing false teachings. God will judge that person, whoever he is, who has been confusing you.


We have to trust God.  We must help others trust God.  But it begins with us believing what is right and acting up on it.


There are things we hold on to for various reasons.  But do some of the things you hold on too steal your freedom?  Then, I suggest that what holds you back and keeps you from freedom isn’t from God.


Galatians 5:13-14  NLT  

For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love. 14 For the whole law can be summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.”


May we live out our God given freedom in big ways!  Freedom is a gift from God.=

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