THERE IS GOD, THERE IS FREEDOM

Currently, freedom is considered as the absolute right of every individual. They are free to think, speak, express themselves, choose their way of life, even reject existing values. They use it to seek self-existence, social status, achievement, and material things. Because all of these bring recognition from others. From the recognition of others, they gain self-worth. Unconsciously, they are not actually living in freedom, on the contrary ... living under pressure and demands.

Christian identity is not built according to people's opinions, but Christ. Because true freedom does not mean free to do all desires, but free from the power of sin, guilt, falsehood, fear, and pretense. True freedom is freedom from all forms of pressure and demands of the world, from false standards of glory.

Only by living with God do we obtain the gift of true freedom. Because in God, our identity is determined by the love of God, not the judgment of others. Our value does not depend on worldly achievements. We no longer need to be ruled by fear of failure or rejection. With God, we can reap the fruits of inner peace, courage to say "no" to false lifestyles, feel satisfied being ourselves according to God's plan, not easily swayed by judgments or insults. Because freedom from God not only gives freedom from sin, but also guides life with direction, love, and hope. --EBL/www.renunganharian.net