July
is always a fun month. It is the
middle month of the summer – a time when we see plants, gardens and crops growing and
producing. It is a month during which we
celebrate the independence of our wonderful country. And of course, independence means that we
enjoy the freedom that comes with it.
Let’s take time to personally apply growth, celebration, and freedom to us from a Biblical perspective.
Growth. God wants us to grow in our knowledge of Him
and in appreciation for what he has done for us when He says, "But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen” (II Peter 3:18).
Celebration. God wants us to be joyful and observe with celebration
who He is and the good things He has done for us. “They will celebrate your abundant goodness and joyfully sing
of your righteousness” (Psalm 145:7).
Freedom. Real freedom is spiritual freedom and it is
available to us through the Lord Jesus Christ.
“So if the
son sets you free, you will be free indeed” (John 8:36).
This
summer as you view God’s creation growing and producing, as you celebrate the
wonderful independence that is yours, and as you enjoy your personal freedom, I
encourage you to think about these blessings and the spiritual application of
them to you.
