John 8:31-36 On our holidays we spent some time in Southern BC. A sect of the Doukhobor people who settled there were known as the 'Sons of Freedom' for their stand against what they perceived as government interference in their lives. Whatever the case, they and their brothers form an interesting and sometimes colorful part of B.C.s history.
When Jesus spoke of freedom it was much different than freedom from the rules of government, in fact he said "render unto Caesar that which is Caesar's and to God that which is God's." (Mat.22:21)
In our text Jesus speaks of the freedom that is the result of abiding in his word. True freedom is the result of continually wrestling in God's word to understand and apply it's meaning in depth. Freedom from being enslaved to sin is the result of obedience to God's word, first of all for salvation, second for day to day living.
"So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed."
Have a great day, Pastor Paul
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