Freedom?

by Zeke Flores

One problem with sin, and there are many, is that it promises a freedom it can never deliver. Sin paints submission to God as a form of bondage that hinders us, traps us, and keeps us down. In reality, it’s the false promise of independence from God that is the harsh slavery. Hard-hearted rebellion feeds the illusion of freedom, which is really God allowing each one of us to choose our ultimate end. Which will it be? Freedom from sin or “freedom” to sin? Choose your master carefully (Romans 6:16-18).

"Therefore this is what the LORD says: you have not obeyed me; you have not proclaimed freedom to your own people. So I now proclaim 'freedom' for you, declares the LORD -- 'freedom' to fall by the sword, plague, and famine. I will make you abhorrent to all the kingdoms of the earth" (Jeremiah 34:17).