Today’s Affirmation: The truth sets me free.
What does freedom mean to you? Freedom from worry? Freedom from bondage? Freedom from fears? God’s word is filled with many examples of God giving His servants what they need. Gives them all they need to be free.
In John 8:32 where today’s affirmation is harvested says: 32Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (NIV)
We all seek freedom. What does John tell us here we need to do to know the truth that will set us free?
The preceding verse in 8:32 Jesus is telling those listening to Him if they hold onto His teaching they will be His disciples and know the truth.
What truth do we hold on to today? The truth of what our culture says is truth? Popular opinion? Are we able to hear the word of God? Who are we listening to?
Jesus was having a very confrontational discussion with the crowd He was speaking with in John 8. He told them they were listening to the lies of the devil and could not hear the truth.
Can we hear it? Do you hear it? Hold onto it? Believe it? Jesus says if we will hear Him and believe in His truth He will set us free. In 8:36 we are told that if the Son sets you free, you are free indeed.
- What does “freedom” mean to you?
- Do you live life today as if you are free?
- Are there things that threaten your freedom?
- Do you really believe in the words of Jesus?
Free indeed. May we seek and live in His truth today.
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