Like a Teapot, a Meditation on Galatians 5:1-15

(Before you read this, take a moment to quiet your mind and calm your breathing.)

"So Christ has really set us free." Gal. 5:1 NLT
Christ has set me free!  Lord, keep me free!  Protect and shield me from thoughts that add to or subtract from your gift of freedom.  Let me focus your grace.

Lord, I live by your Spirit.  I dwell in your Spirit connecting me to your wisdom, your joy, your love, your compassion, and your strength.

God, I eagerly wait to receive the blessings of your promises: glory in heaven with you, everlasting joy and life, and an unhindered relationship with you.  My faith in Jesus Christ assures me of my salvation.

Lord, your love for me is deeper than the deepest ocean, higher than the heavens, and wider than the universe.  Like a teapot, you pour your love into me, increasing my faith.  Like a teapot, I pour this love into others, increasing their faith.

Jesus, you call me to live in your freedom.  I respond, and revel in that freedom.  Every day, I am free to serve others, faithfully leaning on you to fulfil your plans.

Father, you gave me the gift of faith in Jesus Christ.  Now I am free in Christ to receive your blessings and share your love with others.

I give you all the praise and glory for this wondrous freedom!  Amen.