Release, to Find Freedom
Release, to Find Freedom
Hebrews 12:1-2
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
… let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles.
Hebrews 2:17-18
17 For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people. 18 Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted.
The Hinderance of Shame
The Hinderance of Fear
2 Timothy 1:7
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.
The Hindrance of Indifference
Romans 12:11
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.
As a Christ-follower, sin is no longer your master.
As a Christ-follower, sin is no longer your master.
Romans 6:11 – 14
11 In the same way, count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus. 12 Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body so that you obey its evil desires. 13 Do not offer any part of yourself to sin as an instrument of wickedness, but rather offer yourselves to God as those who have been brought from death to life; and offer every part of yourself to him as an instrument of righteousness. 14 For sin shall no longer be your master, because you are not under the law, but under grace.
The Spirit is at work in us to gives us the desire and power to walk in loving obedience.
Philippians 2:13 (NLT)
The Spirit is at work in us to gives us the desire and power to walk in loving obedience. 13 For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.
We are empowered by grace to resist the temptations that we daily face.
We are empowered by grace to resist the temptations that we daily face.
Titus 2:11-12
11 For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. 12 It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly livesin this present age.
If there’s one thing I’ve learned at 80 years of age, it’s that I can’t store up good feelings and behavior–but only draw them fresh from God each day.
- Corrie Ten Boom -
What are the grave clothes that you need throw off today?