You've Been Set Free

You've Been Set Free John 3:16. If you grew up in church, you likely know this verse by heart. It may sound cliché or basic after so many years of believing. But to someone who’s never heard the Gospel before, to someone who can’t imagine a father sacrificing everything for her, to someone who heaps shame and condemnation on himself every single day, this verse sounds radical. It sounds life-altering; it sounds healing. Maybe even as a follower of Jesus, you’ve forgotten what your Father’s love is like. You’ve forgotten that you’re free from sin and shame. You’ve forgotten how much grace God pours on you every single day.  We all need the Gospel, no matter how long we’ve known Jesus. We need fresh eyes to see this wondrous gift for what it is and to live out the truth of it in our lives. We need renewed conviction to share this gift with others.