Yet because of false brothers secretly brought in—who slipped in to spy out our freedom that we have in Christ Jesus, so that they might bring us into slavery—(Galatians 2:4, ESV)
The freedom Paul is referring to in Galatians 2 is freedom to be Christian without following certain Old Testament...er...surgical practices. The word ‘spy’ is particularly funny in this context. Kidding aside, there are always people who are opposed to the freedom Christianity gives. In Christ, we need not fear (if God is for us, whom then shall we fear? No one). Never let another human intimidate you. You are God’s beloved. He will defend you. In Christ, we need not feel guilty. Your sin is forgiven. There is no need for guilt. Never let another human being pour guilt upon you. Jesus died for you. His death takes your guilt away. Christianity is freedom from guilt and from fear. It is freedom to live abundantly. Today, remember that you are free. Free from guilt. Free from fear. Do not let anyone ‘spy out your freedom.’
Charles Long
www.refractingthelight.blogspot.com
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