First and foremost it was time to show an updated picture of Ella Rae. Jamie and I just enjoyed a few days with our granddaughter and words cannot describe how much we enjoy our time with her. We actual "argued" of who would get to do midnight feeding. In addition, we are going to be proud grandparents again in October as Taylor and Kristy are having a boy! Wow, this is unchartered territory for us. But territory we are looking forward to!
I just concluded a series on "walking in spiritual liberty". Galatians 5:1 states "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." To my dismay it has been astounding to me how many believers do not walk in liberty and freedom in their spiritual lives. So, here are three keys to "walking in spiritual liberty":
1. We must totally embrace the promises of God!
- note: the Lord is our healer in every part of our being; especially in the emotional areas of our life that have been damaged by past relationships and circumstances
3. We must walk in forgiveness!
Luke 6:37
"...forgive and you will be forgiven..."
Matthew 6:14-15
"for if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins"
Col. 3:13
"Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you"
- you can't nurse it!
- you can't rehearse it!
- you must release it!
May the Lord bring a fresh liberty and freedom to your heart and life in Jesus name! If you are not "walking in spiritual liberty" ask Jesus to forgive you and to heal your hurts; He is faithful and just to forgive you and cleanse you from all sins and mistakes! Remember, to experience the fresh mercy and grace of God and be forgiven you have to extend forgiveness and mercy to anyone who has hurt you!