How Can I Be Absolutely Free?

Jesus said, “If the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed” (John 8:36).  Those to whom He was speaking bristled when He told them how they could be free:  “If you continue in my word, then you are truly disciples of mine; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free” (John 8:31-32).  Telling them they could be free of course implied they were not free and they were determined to persist in their fantasy of freedom.  Many people resist the idea that they are slaves to anyone or anything because slavery involves subjection and humility.  Who wants that?… Read More How Can I Be Absolutely Free?

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Things to Keep in Mind About God’s Grace

God doesn’t want to destroy us.  He wants to save us.  That’s grace.  His mercy is the beginning, the middle, and the end.  Grace is not us and God as partners in a three-legged race with God saying, “You do the best you can and I’ll make up what you lack.”  Grace is God picking us up and taking us where we need to be.  Without His grace and mercy there is no life, no Christ, no cross, no gospel, no salvation, and no heaven for you or me.  Grace is a gift, and all we have, are, or ever can be is a gift from God.… Read More Things to Keep in Mind About God’s Grace

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