You Have Been Set Free

“This is the One who came by water and blood, Jesus Christ; not with the water only, but with the water and with the blood It is the Spirit who testifies, because the Spirit is the truth. For there are three that testify: the Spirit and the water and the blood; and the three are in agreement. If we receive the testimony of men, the testimony of God is greater; for the testimony of God is this, that He has testified concerning His Son. The one who believes in the Son of God has the testimony in himself; the one who does not believe God has made Him a liar, because he has not believed in the testimony that God has given concerning His Son. And the testimony is this, that God has given us eternal life, and this life is in His Son. He who has the Son has the life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have the life. These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, so that you may know that you have eternal life.” 1 John 5:6-13

He decided to take the promotion his company had offered. It meant a raise, new position, and better retirement benefits. However, the manager he presently worked for became incensed and complained that this move would affect his department. The employee immediately became confused. He knew the job was God’s best for his life. Yet his boss’s guilt-laden words made the decision difficult.

John, the apostle, wrote to a group of people who, like us, struggled with insecurities and fears. Their environment was unstable and the future unclear. Accusations and threats often brought up thoughts of violence and death. Their only hope was found in the truth given to them by God’s Son. John wrote: “If we receive the testimony of men, the testimony of God is greater” (1 John 5:9). There is conflict in our world. But God’s presence and peace are greater. No one has to yield to false guilt or pressure from others.

Jesus has set you free. His Word is your eternal hope. He gave you His truth so you might experience freedom from bondage of guilt, fear, and insecurity. By applying Scripture to your life, you refuse to settle for anything less. Listen to God’s voice, and you will have wisdom for every decision.

“For the Christian, power lies in the truth.” - Neil Anderson