Scripture to Read: Romans 8:2
Let’s unpack, just a little more, the freedom Christ gives us from the power and penalty of sin. At the end of the devotion yesterday, we touched on the fact that it is our decision to walk in the freedom we have through Christ. In several places in His Word, God tells us how to walk in that freedom. One of those Scriptures is John 8:31–32, where Jesus said, “If you continue in My word, then you are truly disciples of Mine; 32 and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.” Knowing God’s Word, His Truth (and Christ Himself is Truth), sets us free. Though people don’t like to talk about memorizing Scripture, it is absolutely vital to walking in freedom. God tells us in Ephesians 4:23, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 10:3–5, and Titus 3:5 that we must be renewed in our minds, take every thought captive, and that the Holy Spirit is renewing us. The way our minds are renewed is through God’s Word. God and His Word are the only ones powerful enough to destroy the lies of our “flesh” (Hebrews 4:12, Ephesians 6:17). So, memorizing God’s Truth gives us a good handle on “the sword of the Spirit” so that when the lies in our “flesh” rise, we can kill them with His sword (His Holy Word). But if we do not have His Word ready at a moment's notice, then we will fall prey to our “flesh,” the lies will seem like the truth, and we will fall.
Challenge & Application
What did God speak most powerfully today to you, and why did God speak this particular truth so loudly to your heart?
What Scriptures will you begin (or continue) to commit to memory so that your mind is renewed daily?
Don’t forget to pray using the A.C.T.S. (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) method!