Friday, March 20, 2009

Lent: Freedom. Indeed!

Read John 8: 33-47

Key Verse: So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. John 8:36.

Do you remember the final scene from the movie Braveheart – William Wallace’s final word from the chopping block: “Freeeeeee-dom!” People are willing to give up their lives for political freedom.

Jesus offers a different – and even better – type of freedom. This verse today is one to claim. Not just free, but “free indeed.” What kind of freedom does following Jesus’ way offer?

  • Freedom from a rigid code of laws and rules
  • Freedom from evil and it’s power
  • Freedom to become the person you were designed by God to become
  • Freedom to experience God’s love as a giver and a receiver.

There are more I’m sure. Be set free – by the Son – free indeed.

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