Galatians 5:1
Real freedom is far from the
perception that many individuals have today.
Liberty is not license and the freest of all people live with certain
restrictions on their lives to make the most of their freedom. Freedom is a
dangerous thing for some and we know it.
So what does real freedom look like?
Being
free does not mean that we have no limits on our freedom.
We
quickly try to define freedom, confine it, limit it and control
it.
I.
Real Freedom Recognizes Boundaries
- Luke 9:51-62
Physical, political and racial
barriers restrict freedom.
Laws made to protect the freedoms
of men can quickly turn to laws enforced to control the behavior of men.
Freedom for one must respect
the rights of another.
II.
Real Freedom Separates Us From
Others - Luke 9:57-58
Real freedom is scary because it puts
us in touch with our vulnerability.
Real Freedom puts us in a position to
experience fear and failure.
Freedom only provides potential
for victory, not protection from failure.
III.
Real Freedom Requires Hard Choices
- Luke 9:59-62
What these who offered commitment
actually said was, “Tomorrow!”
Every commitment we have made
limits the next decision we will make in our lives.
IV.
Real Freedom Requires Discipline -
Galatians 5:1b
The demands of freedom cause
many to return again to the bonds of slavery. Galatians 4:9
Too many prefer law over grace and
the comfort of measurable religion to the freedom and adventure of a
vibrant relationship with the living God.
