Who wants you free?

• Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 2 Cor. 3:17 NIV
• To the Jews who had believed in Him, Jesus said, “if you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free. John 8:31-32 NIV

Isn’t it amazing that we get it all turned around. The devil’s lie is that sin is the road of freedom and God only wants to restrict you and keep you from having a fun life. Scripture paints a rather different picture. Consider John 10-10. Many theologians interpret that verse as a comparison Jesus gives between Himself and the Devil.

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.  John 10:10 NIV

If that thief is the devil and he comes only to kill, steal, and destroy; what do you suppose he has in mind when he tempts us with sin? He will trade a little fun, some pleasure if in the end he can use the activity to harm you. Consider addictions. They work that way You go from fun to dependence to loss…even death.

God wants you free living a successful life. He has proven His love for you.