What Is Real FREEDOM?

Paul often calls himself a slave to Christ.

“Paul, a SLAVE  of Christ Jesus, called to be an apostle and set apart for the gospel of God.” Romans 1:1

Why are Christians slaves to Christ?

Because Christ purchased us with his atoning sacrifice on the cross that cleanses us of sin.

“Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were BOUGHT  at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.” 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

However, as slaves to Christ, we experience ultimate FREEDOM.

“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.” Galatians 5:1

The slavery Paul is referring to is ceremonial law and works theology. This type of slavery leads to pride, a disingenuous persona, and ultimately sin.   

I pray you have experienced the FREEDOM Christ offers. Don’t let this world blind you and enslave you to that which is temporal and ultimately unsatisfying.  “Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him." Psalms 34:8

 A SLAVE to Christ is one who truly experiences ultimate freedom.