Brennan ManningReal freedom is freedom from the opinions of others. Above all, freedom from your opinions about yourself.
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Real freedom is freedom from the opinions of others. Above all, freedom from your opinions about yourself. Real freedom is not being controlled by any other person or thing. Real freedom is being self-determined, self-governing and accountable to no one but God.
Real freedom is the ability to make decisions for oneself without anyone’s permission. Real freedom comes from being determined by God’s Word and God's grace, not by anyone else. Real freedom does not come from being controlled or dictated to by anyone or anything but our own choices.
Real freedom can come only through Christ Jesus alone. Real freedom comes only when you are truly free in Christ Jesus because that is what He came to do. Real freedom is knowing that you are secure in Him and that, as a result, everything is possible for you in Him.
Real freedom can be found only when you realize that nothing can ever come between you and God again. Real freedom comes only when you choose to stand on the truth of God's Word and His grace instead of on the opinions of others who may happen to disagree with your choices. Real freedom comes only after making yourself completely available to Christ Jesus so that He can cleanse you of your sin and renew your mind so that you will be able to think clearly and act accordingly based on your new understanding of His truth.
Source: The Wisdom Of Tenderness: What Happens When Gods Fierce Mercy Transforms Our Lives
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