Faith - Family - Freedom - Devotional Pt3
Freedom
Now we will look at how living a life of Freedom should be. An also, how we are to lead others to Freedom by example. Lastly, how being His child brings more than being set free; it brings His promises, His blessings, and His favor upon you and your family.
God has not given me a spirit of fear but of a sound mind, a mind of power and a mind of love; and this same mind that is in Christ Jesus is in me and my house. Isaiah 54:14, he who is bowed down shall speedily be released, he shall not go down to the pit, neither shall he lack bread. Isaiah 57:18, I have seen his willful ways and will heal him, I will lead him also and restore comfort unto him and to his mourners. Isaiah 29:22-24, therefore thus says the LORD, who redeemed Abraham our of idolatry concerning the house of Jacob. Jacob shall not then be ashamed, not then his face become pale with fear and disappointment because of his children’s degeneracy. For when he sees his children walking in the way of virtue, the work of my hands in his midst, they will revere my name, they will revere the Holy One of Jacob and fear the God of Israel. Those who err in Spirit shall come to understanding, and those who murmur discontentedly will accept instructions. Jeremiah 31:16, your children will return to their own territory, but I the LORD say to dry your tears, someday your children will come home from the enemy’s land. And there is hope in thine end saith the LORD, that thy children shall come again to their own borders. LORD, I lay this burden down to you and worship you in word and deed, I will rejoice even in the dark because I hear your word to me.
We see now how we are to operate in Faith by believing God and practicing/applying our Faith in Him for ourselves and others and our Family as we have been set free, yes we are free indeed. By confessing His Word for them and for us, it becomes a shield for us and them; giving all of us much more than Freedom! I pray that you get my point. God is Never going to change!
We are not to be a stumbling block for others and our family. We are to bless and be a blessing. We are not to curse anyone nor be wicked to anyone especially as a Christian. Lets look at some examples of what not to do and how not to be. That kid is a liar! She is so lazy! He hates church! All she cares about is social media like facebook, instagram, and tiktok. An all he cares about is gaming, youtube, and snapchat. They think they’re so smart with their own ways. They should know better. They are just young and stupid. It never surprises me with what they do, this ignorant generation. A bunch of helpless selfish crybabies.
Again, we are to bless and be a blessing as believers. Your children and spouse should never suffer from any negativity, evil, or wickedness that would come from you; even if you were releasing it our of anger, sorrow, grief, or disappointment. We should never allow that to happen! Momma’s can plant those chaotic and destructive seeds when she says; My husband is a jerk, he is so selfish and self-centered! He is hateful, down right mean! He never does anything right, never thinks through! Always making mistakes, or always being clumsy by stumbling or stuttering and having accidents! It is the same way for Fathers. Being controlling, not showing proper respect in front of others and especially in front of the kids. Yelling and being abusive, not just physically. Doing things intentionally, like cutting her down so that she understands that what he says goes because he is the head of household. People always say that behind a great man is always an even greater woman. We say that BESIDE every great man is a great woman! For you are one flesh.
There is Power of life and death in our tongue (words). We really need to Repent and change our minds (our belief system) that causes us to think and act that way. An allow the Truth, the Way, and the Life; to create in us a new heart and humble mind. When we obey God and keep His words, nothing will cause us to stumble. It creates and gives us a compass of what love looks like and what it is not, it will direct us in every aspect of 1 Corinthians 13. If we do this one thing, we will be always pleasing and not be offended. If we are praying without ceasing and always thinking more highly of others and not of ourselves; then we will be truly walking and living in Freedom!
Therefore brothers and sisters, The Christian life is not empty words. It is a life of sacrifice and discipleship and full of love. Be not conformed to this world, but be transformed by the entire renewal of your mind. Practice Faith for yourself and your Family; continue to have Faith for your Family even when all seems lost. Remember that Freedom comes only through the Truth, the Way, and the Life - Jesus Christ! You can Not overcome your flesh, struggles, the world, trials, and tribulations without the strength from the Word and the light of the Truth. To ignore the Word is to walk by the flesh, of the world, and reason; and deciding to reject it means to live in rebellion and disobedience. The Word says that if you Love me, you will obey (book of John). My encouragement to you; is to Repent for treating God and His Word like it had no significance and that it is not important. Start reading and hearing by obedience, not going through the motions just because and/or because you don’t feel like. Lastly; Practice, Practice, Practice FAITH! Be determined to know the Word more than you have ever desired, so that you can dwell in the secret place of the most high with God!
