“Set Free” Romans 7
For many reasons, Abraham Lincoln is regarded as one of the most influential individuals of all time - primarily for his successful efforts to give slaves their freedom and independence in the United States. But as amazing as Lincoln was, there is One who has made a way for EVERY human being to experience true freedom: Jesus Christ. Each one of us is born into a sin-cursed world and because of that, we have a sin-nature: it's in our DNA as a result of the Fall. We seek to be set free from this; however, the things we run to can never liberate us. In God's laws and commandments, we cannot find freedom because it only convicts us of our crimes and shines the spotlight on our faults. In our own "good works," they can't give us freedom because no matter how much good we do, we are still found to be guilty of breaking His Law. No, the ONLY way we can find freedom is by trusting in Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection on our behalf. He died to purchase us and set us free from our slave masters (sin, death, the works of the Law, the Devil, etc.) - will you believe & follow Him today?
Reflection Questions:
In what ways has Jesus set you free in your life?
Why is it important to own up to our mistakes & sins and not blame other things or people?
Are there any "strongholds" in your life that God is leading you to break/get rid of? What steps can you take TODAY to begin destroying them?