Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, everyone who sins is a slave of sin. A slave is not a permanent member of the family, but a son is part of the family forever. So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.”—John 8:34-36 (NLT)
Loving Heavenly Father,
Help me fully live every moment of this day in the freedom that was purchased by Christ, when He gave His life on the cross for mine.
Through Christ, and by Your Holy Spirit, You have called me out of my slavery to sin and have invited me to take my place of freedom as Your very own child—a chosen member of Your own family.
You have made true freedom possible for me—so that sin no longer has the power to make me its slave, by controlling me, manipulating me, clouding my mind, will and emotions, and dictating my every action.
The freedom You purchased for me is not freedom to do whatever I please, but freedom to choose to obey You, as an act of my love for You.
And You have poured out on me the blessings that flow from my obedience—joy, peace, provision, protection, power and purpose—as I fulfill Your plan for me, by serving You wholeheartedly.
May I live continually in that freedom, as I choose to seek You first—by searching out the Truth of Your Word, listening for Your Spirit to speak to my heart, and willingly submitting my life to You—so that You can change me more and more into the likeness of Christ, Himself.
Help me fully live every moment of this day in the freedom that was purchased by Christ, when He gave His life on the cross for mine.
In the name of Jesus, Amen.
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