When are we truly free?

Have you ever asked yourself that question? The bible says in John 8:32..."Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free."

We are truly free when we know the truth. Only then are we let out of our bondage to fully follow Christ. Truth is what sets us free...

What are some things that hinder truth....

Fear...being afraid to speak the truth in fear of a response from a person. We can be afraid of being misunderstood, so we hide the truth. We can be afraid of what the truth will cost. Oh it can be very expensive to speak the truth. A lot can be lost. But, there is so much to gain...

Sin...our sin we carry can hinder truth. The sin of others can also hinder truth.

What we gain by living a life in truth is freedom. Freedom. I'll say it again...FREEDOM. We can only be freed from the bondage of sin by truth. When we speak the truth about our sin, repent, and ask forgiveness, we are truly free. "You have been set free from sin and are slaves to righteousness." Romans 6:18 The bible tells us that the Holy Spirit is the Spirit of Truth...2 Corinthians 3:17 says "....and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom."

It can be hard to see chains of bondage broken. Especially when those chains have been around for a while. The damage of the chains on the body can be very apparent. It takes a person time to get used to their freedom. But, being set free is the most wonderful thing! It takes you to a whole new level in your walk with Christ.

Wives, I encourage you if there is anything you have withheld from your husbands, to bring it to them in love. I know from experience in my own marriage that bringing up hidden things into the light can be very hard. I've had to do it...my husband has had to do it...but in the end we have learned to keep things in the light always. It gives our marriage freedom to grow and both of us to grow closer to Christ and to each other. Love deepens in truth.

Trust God with the truth...it will set you free.