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. Galatians 5:1
Christ came to set us free – to give
us freedom from the captivity of sin.
Often, we find ourselves living in a
prison that we created. This prison is created when we allow our sinful
thoughts, words, and behavior to distance us from God. We allow the lies of the
enemy to distort who God is and the grace, love, and forgiveness he desires
to give us. Believing that we are beyond hope, beyond rescue, and beyond
healing, we settle to live as prisoners.
However, our prison has a key. Our
captivity is just steps away from freedom. Jesus Christ died on the cross for
our sins so we could live in freedom. But, what does freedom in Christ truly
mean?
It means that God stands by us until
we are free. He knows that freedom is a journey, and He chooses to take that
journey with us. He often uses challenges to woo us to Himself, but He never forsakes us. God is not scared or
turned off or intimidated by the depth or length of our need. Although He never
excuses our sin and rebellion, He patiently walks us towards the freedom He has
planned for us. Best of all, He knows our hearts and what motivates our actions,
and is therefore the only one who can bring us healing and freedom. Yes,
healing. God doesn’t “fix” us; He heals us. God’s heart is overflowing with
compassion for us in our time of need, but will ultimately wait for us to want to leave the prison we have created
for ourselves.
Our freedom can be found in Christ
alone. We can know that “in all things, God works for the good of those who love
Him and are called according to His purpose.” (Romans 8:28) God’s purpose is
motivated by an unconditional, unfailing, selfless love. Christ offers us
freedom so that we might have life abundantly. Living with a purpose, a plan,
and a hope for each day. Living not simply for this world, but for an eternity
with him.
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