Freedom In Christ

John 8:32

This past week we celebrated Independence Day. There were picnics, parades, and fireworks to make the day special. It was a celebration of freedom in America. I am thankful that we live in a free country. The first amendment to the Constitution of the United States says this:

"Congress shall make no law respecting the establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble and to petition the government for a redress of grievances."

Four great freedoms are noted in that amendment. These are the freedom to worship; the freedom to speak; the freedom to print; and the freedom to assemble. I am thankful that we have freedom to gather together, as we are today, and worship the Lord. Today I want to mention some additional freedoms that those who have placed their trust in Jesus Christ enjoy.

I. The Freedom from the Lie. (John 8:32) "And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."

II. Freedom from Sin.

III. Freedom from Death.

IV. How Can We Obtain These Freedoms?