It
was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do
not be subject again to a yoke of slavery… Galatians 5:1
The saying, Freedom
isn’t free, is certainly something to ponder. I am more in tune with
freedom’s cost now that I have a son in the military. I pray he never has to
pay the ultimate sacrifice and I am thankful for his willingness to serve.
We can take our liberty for granted. We’re so used to
the ability to do whatever we want to do, say what we want to say, and enjoy
the historic freedoms that our country is built upon. Yet, freedom is erosive—for
the price of security we willingly give up our liberty little bits at a time.
But how far are we willing to go? Once
freedoms are gone it is impossible to get them back. We may want to think
carefully before surrendering them.
Though we may lose freedom here in our country—there is
a freedom that has been bought and paid for, one we cannot lose and can never
be taken away—the freedom Jesus Christ purchased on the cross of Calvary. We
are freed from sin’s hold and death’s grip when we accept His sacrifice on our
behalf. Our soul, once dead and disconnected from God is given new life—eternal
life because of His victory over the grave.
The cost of freedom makes it valuable—not taken
for granted—not surrendered without a fight. Jesus paid the ultimate sacrifice
for every person to free them from the penalty of the vice grip of sin. With His
words from the cross, “It is finished” He accomplished the work and invites us
to receive Him as Savior. Will you receive Him?
Loved. Chosen. Forgiven. Set free.
Receive His free gift,
Jeanne
Day #4 - 31 Day Blog Challenge
The Good News
We have forgiveness in Christ
And eternal life with God
If you would like to know more about what Jesus did for you and
The Good News
We have forgiveness in Christ
And eternal life with God
If you would like to know more about what Jesus did for you and
Discover freedom in Him as your Savior:
For all have sinned and fall short of God’s glory… Romans 3:23
Wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life… Romans 6:23
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us..and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness… 1 John 1:9
For by grace you have been saved though faith; not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not a result of works that no one should boast… Ephesians 2:8-9
As many as received Him..He gave the right to become children of God… John 1:12
God so loved the world, He gave His Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish, but have eternal life… John 3:16
…the Son shall make you free, you shall be free indeed. John 8:36
Jeanne,
ReplyDeleteFirst and foremost, thank you so much for your son's service. He will be in my prayers daily. I live in a military city, and I am completely amazed by the number of families that must also heed the call when a loved one stands up and says, "Send me..." Thank you for your service as well.
Your post so beautifully reminds us that our freedom in Christ can never be taken away, even as our freedoms on this earth slowly fade. God is so good!
I am truly thankful that I found you on NOBH. I will certainly come again.
Love and God bless,
Christy
Thank you so much for your thoughts, Christy. I appreciate you taking the time to stop and share your comment.
ReplyDeleteNOBH is a new spot for me...I am glad I found it.
Blessings,
Jeanne
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ReplyDeleteJeanne
I appreciated the title, "Freedom isn't free." I sometimes think we should celebrate our founders and vets when we have our national birthdays so that we always remember their sacrifice amidst the party. It is a great segway into the kind of life we must now live in view of the sacrifice of Jesus. Thank you for linking up with us at NOBH. Please do so again and every blessing, Kelly
ReplyDeleteThanks Kelly, for stopping by and leaving your thoughts.
ReplyDeleteWhen I think of how much it cost Jesus to redeem us (me), it makes me realize how important it is to give my all to Him.
Jeanne
I love this post Jeanne and especially appreciated the plan of salvation you included. You are running the race well. Press on...
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ReplyDeleteJeanne, I loved this post about freedom. Great lead in about freedom in Christ. I especially appreciated the plan of salvation you left. Thanks for sharing!