The Joy of Freedom
Today is a special day. Today I have the joy and privilege of celebrating true freedom with my family and more importantly my God. It's not often that the 4th of July is on a Saturday and I'm with both of my parents anymore. Last year my dad worked, the year before I was in Nashville, etc. As simple as it is I'm joyful because my dad smoked a brisket, there's sweet tea, corn, watermelon and apple pie for dessert. I've been reading C.S. Lewis' 'The Screwtape Letters' and thinking about all that I am thankful for today. As I've read this book, I'm thankful for the spirit of God in me that gives me wisdom and discernment to know what is true. I'm thankful for friends and family, no matter what the distance. I'm thankful for the privilege of a college education. I'm thankful everything God has given me in this world but I am most thankful for the freedom I have in Christ and my relationship with Him. As I drove through ...
