“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 (NIV)

Since those first euphoric democratic elections in 1999, citizens of South Africa celebrate Freedom Day every year on April 27. It is a reminder that freedom is truly precious. Jesus’ death on the cross made us free from the burden of sin. Now knowing Him and receiving His gift of salvation makes us truly free. It is a freedom we can celebrate every day of the year and it is a freedom that is magnetic. In “Bread for the Journey” Henri Nouwen writes, “When you are interiorly free you call others to freedom, whether you know it or not. Freedom attracts wherever it appears.”

Reflect:
Are you standing in the freedom that Christ has bought for you?
Is your freedom so attractive to others that they also want to know this Jesus?

Prayer:
Father, thank You for my freedom. I don’t take it for granted. I receive and embrace this freedom that makes me free body, soul and spirit. Help me to live in such a way that I make You attractive to others.

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