Celebrating Independence with God’s Perspective
Fireworks. Cookouts. Flags waving in the summer breeze. The 4th of July is a time we celebrate the freedom we have as a nation. It’s a day to be thankful for the sacrifices others have made so we can worship, speak, and live without fear. But for us as believers, there’s an even greater freedom worth celebrating—freedom in Christ.
Galatians 5:1 (ESV) says:
“For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.”
This verse reminds us that while national freedom is valuable, spiritual freedom is eternal. Jesus didn’t just save us from sin—He freed us from shame, guilt, fear, addiction, and the lies that try to keep us bound. He broke every chain so we could live boldly, walk in love, and reflect His light to the world around us.
But here's the challenge: freedom isn’t just about doing whatever we want. In the kingdom of God, freedom means being free to live righteously, free to forgive, free to serve others instead of just ourselves. It’s not a “get out of jail free” card—it’s a calling to live with purpose.
Just like our nation’s freedom came with a price, our spiritual freedom came through the sacrifice of Jesus. And the best way we can honor that gift is by living for Him, not going back to the things He set us free from.
This 4th of July, while you're enjoying the day, take a moment to reflect. Thank God for the freedom we have in this country—but also thank Him for the deeper freedom we have in Christ. Use this day not just to celebrate independence, but to recommit to dependence on Jesus, the One who truly sets us free.
True freedom isn’t just found in a country—it’s found in Christ. And when you walk in that freedom, you’ll live with peace, joy, and boldness no matter what’s happening around you.
Happy 4th of July—walk in freedom and shine for Jesus!
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