I’m American. I love living in the United States where freedom is welcomed and celebrated. I’m humbled by the road of freedom that has been paved for me. Yesterday, the U.S. celebrated the Fourth of July—one of my favorite holidays. As I reflected upon the many freedoms I’ve inherited, I also thought about the freedoms one has with God.
Here are a few:
1. Freedom from Guilt (Romans 8:1)
2. Freedom from Shame (Romans 10:11)
3. Freedom from Fear (2 Timothy 1:10)
4. Freedom from Bondage of Sin (Romans 6:14)
5. Freedom to Approach God (Hebrews 10:19)
6. Freedom to Pray (Philippians 4:6)
7. Freedom of Salvation over Death (John 14:2,3)
I’m sure you can think of some additional freedoms. What did I miss? As you make your list, I hope you will reflect on God’s goodness and cry out in gratitude.
This Week’s Readings:
- Monday – Revelation 3
- Tuesday – Revelation 4
- Wednesday – Revelation 5
- Thursday – Revelation 6
- Friday – Revelation 7
- Families in crisis.
- Loved ones battling illness.
- Those seeking to find their way.
- The St. Paul Church family.
- The United Methodist Church.
- Our leaders, our country, and our world.
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done.” – Philippians 4:6