“Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free (John 8:32).” Freedom is top of mind today as we celebrate our nation’s legal separation from Great Britain and mark the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The colonies have come a long way in two-hundred plus years and now, the holiday is filled with parades, barbecues, fairs, concerts, baseball games and fireworks, along with political speeches, ceremonies and special events designed to specifically commemorate the occasion. Many will also take time to honor and remember those who gave their lives fighting for the cause of freedom during wartime. Jesus Christ died on the cross at the hands of Roman guards, an entirely selfless act that frees us from the bondage of sin (Romans 6:22) – the wages of which are death. But, how free is freedom and what does it cost? The price of freedom, which affords us certain rights and privileges, carries with it responsibilities (giving our time, talents and resources in service to others) not to be taken lightly or for granted. So go ahead, throw your troubles, cares and worries to the wind and spend the day being “free.” It’s exhilarating and refreshing... and, since freedom, by definition, means we may do as we choose (1 Peter 2:16), let's make sure -- knowing what we know about God and prioritizing accordingly -- we all choose wisely.
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