“All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any.” – 1 Corinthians 6:12b (KJV)
In our walk with Christ, we often hear about the freedom He provides. But what does this freedom really mean? The Apostle Paul gives us a profound insight: while we have liberty in Christ, we shouldn’t allow anything to control us except God Himself.
Think about your daily life. What occupies your thoughts, time, and energy? It could be work, a hobby, social media, or even good things like ministry activities. While many of these aren’t inherently sinful, they can slowly take control of our lives if we’re not careful.
True freedom in Christ means living in such a way that God alone directs our paths. It’s about consciously choosing to submit every area of our lives to His lordship. When we do this, we experience the liberating power of living “under God’s control.”
Today’s Challenge:
Take a moment to reflect on your life. Is there anything that might be controlling you more than it should? It could be a habit, a relationship, or even an emotion like worry or anger. Identify one area and intentionally surrender it to God today.
Let’s Pray:
Heavenly Father, thank You for the freedom You’ve given us in Christ. Help us recognize anything in our lives that may be controlling us more than You. Give us the strength to surrender these areas to You. May we experience the true freedom that comes from being under Your loving control. In Jesus’ name, Amen.