John 8:36 (LSB) 36 So if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed.
There is a very important truth in this verse that is too frequently overlooked, and perhaps even forgotten in the modern church.
It is not mysterious. But it is hidden in plain sight right before our eyes.
Jesus stated in plain words that if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed.
He was not speaking symbolically or in parables. He was not using a metaphor or hyperbole.
But most of us miss the true depth of His statement. I missed it for years until God opened my eyes to the fullness of what is embedded in the words of Jesus here.
Jesus states emphatically and with no apologies that if He sets you free, you will be free indeed.
That word, indeed, is critical to fully understanding what He meant.
The word, indeed, represents finality, absoluteness. It leaves nothing remaining; no questions about its truth and power. No ifs, ands, or buts.
You WILL be free. PERIOD.
Now, let’s unpack that, so we are sure to miss nothing.
Freedom that takes place in and through Christ is freedom without question. It is ABSOLUTE freedom.
It is DELIVERANCE that breaks all chains and bonds. There is no element of slavery left in it.
Look at how it is worded in the Amplified Bible (Classis edition).
John 8:36 (AMPC) 36 So if the Son liberates you [makes you free men], then you are really and unquestionably free.
It is stated very clearly that if the Son (Christ) LIBERATES you, then you are really and unquestionably free.
In other words, there is no doubt about your freedom.
Now, we are starting to uncover the truth here, in its intended depth.
So, in order not to just brush over this, so we can cover it fully and do it justice, we will continue this tomorrow.
We’ll talk more then.
Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie
Seven Seas Ministries
49 N Lamplighters Walk
Hampstead, NC 28443
401-439-3780
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