Happy 4th of July

It certainly appears that in America we are losing more and more freedoms because of “political correctness” and there are groups of people who are “offended” by one of the foundational stones of this country which is the freedom of religion. July 4th is when we celebrate America’s freedom from England. The celebration of the 4th of July is about a nation founded, rooted and established on Christian principles.

The celebration of Independence Day by our nation each year ushers in a time of rest, enjoyment, great food and even greater displays of fireworks. All across the land you can witness the elaborate display of our independence. But in life, we have another kind of independence that carries with it even more blessings and rights than our national independence.

We are blessed to be able to refer to this area of freedom as our SPIRITUAL INDEPENDENCE!!!

We are a part of a family of believers who have named the name of Christ as our only Lord and Savior. We have declared independence from the rule of sin and Satan over our life. We have been set free. As Colossians 1:13 tells us, “For He rescued us from the domain of darkness, and transferred us to the kingdom of His beloved Son.”

I would encourage you to take time today and thank God for your freedom as an American citizen. But I would also encourage you to take time to thank God for the spiritual freedom that comes through a relationship with Jesus Christ!!

I also believe that each of us needs to take time and pray for the "spiritual health" of our nation. Our hearts need to be turned toward God and we need to ask for His Divine intervention in America and His Divine direction for America!!