Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Independence Day

What does it mean? For the USA, it means national freedom with many liberties. We are blessed to live in this country. We are allowed to pursue any objective. We are encouraged for the most part to be successful in whatever field we choose. We are granted many opportunities to make a difference in this great country. National freedom is wonderful, but it pales in comparison to spiritual freedom.

As proud as I am of this country and the freedom I have, I am more pleased to have eternal freedom in Christ. He is the one who has bought my spiritual freedom. He paid the ultimate price for mankind on the cross. He was willing to give His precious blood so that all humanity could experience His free gift of grace if they would trust in Him. We as believers may not always experience great times on this planet as a result of our faith, but we are assured that eternity with Christ is perfect.

As you celebrate Independence Day this Friday, I pray that you area able to celebrate spiritual freedom which comes from the Lord Jesus Christ.