As the United States just surpassed its most recent Independence Day and looks ahead to honor the 250th anniversary of its freedom from the rule of Great Britain in 1776, it is also a time to acknowledge the sacrifices that had to be made to achieve this liberty. Blood was shed, and courage was demonstrated to make this bold move to another continent and an unknown territory. This is something the United States acknowledges every July 4th, and lives through constant challenges and threats to its freedom and democracy daily. It is something to not only cherish but to protect as well.
A Sacrifice That Allows Freedom
Biblically, the journey to walking in faith as a Christian has similar merits. Sacrifices were made in the death of Jesus on the Cross and His ultimate resurrection. It is a bold move for every Christian to make the first step to accept Jesus as their Savior and to walk in this “newness of life” (Romans 6:4) that is afforded by the decision. It, too, is a freedom that we must acknowledge and protect daily because of the privilege and cost associated with the salvation it brings. For those who answered the urging of the Holy Spirit, it is a decision that opened the door to true liberty that can’t be taken away.
Salvation is the unshackling of the soul, where grace breaks every chain and love restores every name. It’s the moment exile ends and belonging begins—a freedom not just from bondage, but into purpose, into peace, into the eternal embrace of mercy. The freedom experienced as a Christian is fully dependent upon the authority and power of a Savior who desires to guide your every footstep so you can have true independence…true freedom.
Choose True Freedom Today
Today, choose Jesus Christ. In doing this, you will choose a freedom that is not an escape, like the early founders of America built upon, but an arrival to a destination that was created out of love, just for you. There is freedom in Christ, so let’s celebrate the liberties that were intended for your life.
