Category: Liberty

The Proper Concept of Liberty

The proper concept of liberty is one that both our society and religious culture of today needs to consider. It is supplied by Paul in his letter to the Galatians.

“For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another” (Galatians 5:13).

Liberty is a wonderful thing. Biblically, it indicates liberty from the bondage of sin. When we become Christians, God’s grace (given through the death of His Son) grants us full forgiveness, and salvation. The position sin held previously in our lives, as domineering master, is removed. We are born again, free in Christ, given hope, accepted of God. In our society liberty indicates freedom from tyranny — that the government exists as a servant to, and to benefit the people, rather than people being slaves to civil authorities. Continue reading “The Proper Concept of Liberty”