Our forefathers shed their blood for the freedoms you and I know today. They fought on our soil and in foreign lands, sent by the government officials who make such decisions. For freedom and liberty, many people in the world would give anything to live in the U.S.A.

Yet, are we truly free? Abusing our freedom by making poor choices is no freedom at all. It is a matter of time until we are enslaved in bondage worse than any tyrant who has ruled. Turning from God and worshipping, puts chains around our hearts and souls.

Slavery is evil, even though the person could be purchased, the soul was forever free. Why surrender to captivity again? Paying taxes to support our defenses is necessary. We want security and peace, but if we war within ourselves, is there enough money to redeem us?

Thank God that He made Exodus possible for all of us.  He led us out of our own 'Egypt', from our pharaohs and through the desert. Do we trust Him to lead us to the Promised Land? Christ made the ultimate sacrifice. His blood frees us from the evil one. Death no longer wins. The victory of an empty tomb becomes the battle flag around which we rally. What God has freed cannot again be enslaved. His mark is upon us. Our Medals of Honor are the things we do in love in His name. Our freedom is in Christ. For Christians, everyday is Independence Day!