Freedom
"And while deploring the restriction or oppression of human freedom as evidenced in totalitarian regimes and systems, might it also be prudent to deplore the unchecked, unthinking, and often self-centered understanding of freedom that occupies many Western societies and systems. We are called to freedom, freedom for others–and not simply as the individualistic pursuit of self-interest. Rightly understood, freedom is grounded in love for the sake of one another." --Margaret Manning, Slice of Infinity
Guidance
"Many decisions confront us where we cannot easily discern the best choice. Christians need not seek a special message or revelation from the Spirit where He does not promise to be. Given a palate of possible appropriate choices, Christians are free to use their God-given wisdom as informed by Scripture to choose responsibly from among them. There may not always be a single God-pleasing option.We can rest in the assurance that God can use for good in any station in life as we apply our God-given abilities & wisdom to serve our neighbor, family & others. Although we cannot be certain of specific guidance from the Spirit, we can be confident of the Spirit's general guidance when He produces His fruit in us: "Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control' (Gal. 5:22-23) --Curtis Giese, The Lutheran Witness, May 2019
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