December 11, 2018

LIBERATED

Galatians 5:13

For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another.

Personal Challenge

What did Jesus liberate us from when He became incarnate, lived a sinless life, suffered on the cross to his death, and was resurrected on the third day? He liberated us from the bondage of death that was imposed upon us by sin, therefore also liberating us from sin. The work of Jesus is not only about the forgiveness of our sins, but it is also much bigger than that. Through Jesus, we can say, "No!" to sin and temptation in our lives. Our human, temporal part of our being will continue to draw us towards the things of the flesh which will usually lead to sin, but our spiritual part, that which has been renewed and reborn in Christ will always draw us to God and His ways. We must choose which part of our being we want to listen to and obey. It takes time and effort to grow the ability to always choose the spiritual path, but it is possible. Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, have mercy on me, the sinner!