Our scripture this morning is 2 Corinthians 3:17 (ESV).
Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.
Freedom is one of those words that means different things to different people. It can be as simple as the ability to go where we want when we want, and to use our resources as we please. For some it may be the absence of someone telling us what to do.
Paul tells us that “where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” He would know, having spent much of his ministry under arrest in one place or another. Instead of complaining about his situation, Paul used the opportunity to minister to those with whom he was jailed as well as his jailers.
When we have the Lord’s Spirit, we are truly free, no matter what our earthly situation may be. God sent us His Son, Jesus taught us the way, and the Spirit remains with us to guard and guide our lives. I hope that today, no matter what you face, you celebrate your freedom in God’s Kingdom.
Heavenly Father, You gave us freedom to choose for ourselves. Help us to see this as not only our personal gift, but a blessing for all Your children. May we use it for the good of all, sharing the Gospel and the love You first gave us. Amen.
