It is for freedom that
Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened
again by a yoke of slavery.
(NIV) Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. (KJV)
It was for freedom that Christ set us free; therefore keep standing firm and do not be subject again to a yoke of slavery. (NAS)
~ (Galatians 5:1)
Independence
Day, commonly known as
the Fourth of July, is a celebrated federal holiday commemorating the adoption
of the Declaration of Independence. On July 2, 1776 legal separation of the
American colonies from the kingdom of Great Britain occurred, declaring freedom
from their tyrannical rule. Afterwards, the Second Continental Congress debated
and revised the Declaration, finally approving it on July
4th.
Independence Day is commonly
associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics,
concerts, baseball games, political speeches, ceremonies, and various other
public and private events celebrating the United States of America’s history,
government, and traditions.
Speaking to Jewish believers, Jesus said, “Therefore, if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.“ (John 8:36)
[Jesus] Himself will proclaim liberty to the captives, and open the prison [doors] to those who are bound. (Isaiah 61:1)
"The Lord will let the oppressed go free, and break every yoke." (Isaiah 58:6)
James states, “but he who looks into the perfect law of liberty and continues in it, and is not a forgetful hearer but a doer of the work, this one will be blessed in what he does." (James 1:25)
"Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty." (II Corinthians 3:17)
"For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of Him who subjected it in hope; because the creation itself also will be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God." (Romans 8:20-21).
Once we're freed from the bonds of sin - we must "shine our light" for all to see!
"Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven." (Matthew 5:16)
My hubby and I just recently saw Madagascar 3 in the movie theater (Yes...we were there without our granddaughter!). Anyways, I just love this song, sung by Katy Perry.
Here are some of the lyrics...
Here are some of the lyrics...
Firework
Do you ever feel like a plastic bag,
drifting through the wind
wanting to start again?
Do you ever feel, feel so paper thin
like a house of cards,
one blow from caving in?
Do you ever feel already buried deep?
6 feet under screams but no one seems to hear a thing
Do you know that there's still a chance for you?
'Cause there's a spark in you
You just gotta ignite, the light, and let it shine
Just own the night like the 4th of July
'Cause baby you're a firework
Come on, show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go "Oh, Oh, Oh"
As you shoot across the Sky -y -y
Baby, you're a firework
Come on, let your colors burst
Make 'em go "Oh, Oh, Oh"
You're gonna leave 'em falling down -own - own ...
Baby, you're a firework
Come on, let your colors burst
Make 'em go "Oh, Oh, Oh"
You're gonna leave 'em falling down -own - own ...
Happy 4th of July - Enjoy the video
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Deborah is the author of a Christian non-fiction book titled “Mission Possible”. It is written for women who love the Lord Jesus, but their spouse doesn’t share their passion. It will encourage and challenge the reader to embrace God’s promises for their spouse and future together. Visit
