Freedom

Happy 4th!

This week we will celebrate our nation's 237th birthday with parades, food and fireworks and more, celebrating that we live in the land of the free. We give thanks for all who have made this freedom possible. I will join many in giving thanks this holiday for those who have given so that we might have this freedom. I will especially remember my Dad who served in the Navy in World War II. In honor of him, the Naval Hymn.

As baptized children of God, we are given the gift of freedom through God's great love for us. God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life (John 3:16).

I encourage you this Independence Day to celebrate the freedom God has given us through Jesus Christ.  For Freedom, Christ has set us Free! (Galatians 5:1).

Peace,

Pastor Charlie