"Ironically, true freedom comes when you surrender completely—becoming a "slave" to a higher calling."
Sep 21, 2024 ·
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"Ironically, true freedom comes when you surrender completely—becoming a "slave" to a higher calling." In a world that glorifies independence and self-sufficiency, this sounds absurd. But in Romans 6:18 the...
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"Ironically, true freedom comes when you surrender completely—becoming a "slave" to a higher calling."
In a world that glorifies independence and self-sufficiency, this sounds absurd. But in Romans 6:18 the Bible says: "You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness." This verse means that when you choose to follow God, you're no longer controlled by bad things (sin) but instead, you start doing what's right and good (righteousness). It's like being free from doing wrong and now wanting to do good things that make God happy.
Join "Holy Contradictions" and discover how losing control can actually set you free—one minute of wisdom at a time!
"Holy Contradictions: ❤️ Love, 😡 Hate, ✝️ Faith, and 🙏 Forgiveness in the Bible" is a compelling podcast series featuring the voice of Samuel Hollingsworth. Each 1-minute episode delves into the divine dualities within scripture, challenging listeners to rethink their understanding of love, hate, faith, and forgiveness through provocative theses and ironic twists. Every quote comes with a little sidekick explanation that even ten-year-olds can get.
The series also touches on other significant biblical topics such as wisdom, justice, humility, hope, obedience, salvation, courage, community, repentance, and peace. With vivid imagery and thought-provoking content, "Holy Contradictions" offers a unique and enriching exploration of how these divine contradictions shape our faith and everyday lives.
We get it – some folks see irony as the devil's plaything. But think of quoting common prejudices as just a sneaky way to spark interest in God's Word. After all, even the smallest of sins can sometimes serve a higher purpose. Remember Joseph's story in Genesis 50:20: "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." Let's keep the curiosity alive, explore the deeper meanings together, and approach each other with tolerance and indulgence. 🌟📖 Let's foster understanding and grow in faith as a community!
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In a world that glorifies independence and self-sufficiency, this sounds absurd. But in Romans 6:18 the Bible says: "You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness." This verse means that when you choose to follow God, you're no longer controlled by bad things (sin) but instead, you start doing what's right and good (righteousness). It's like being free from doing wrong and now wanting to do good things that make God happy.
Join "Holy Contradictions" and discover how losing control can actually set you free—one minute of wisdom at a time!
"Holy Contradictions: ❤️ Love, 😡 Hate, ✝️ Faith, and 🙏 Forgiveness in the Bible" is a compelling podcast series featuring the voice of Samuel Hollingsworth. Each 1-minute episode delves into the divine dualities within scripture, challenging listeners to rethink their understanding of love, hate, faith, and forgiveness through provocative theses and ironic twists. Every quote comes with a little sidekick explanation that even ten-year-olds can get.
The series also touches on other significant biblical topics such as wisdom, justice, humility, hope, obedience, salvation, courage, community, repentance, and peace. With vivid imagery and thought-provoking content, "Holy Contradictions" offers a unique and enriching exploration of how these divine contradictions shape our faith and everyday lives.
We get it – some folks see irony as the devil's plaything. But think of quoting common prejudices as just a sneaky way to spark interest in God's Word. After all, even the smallest of sins can sometimes serve a higher purpose. Remember Joseph's story in Genesis 50:20: "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." Let's keep the curiosity alive, explore the deeper meanings together, and approach each other with tolerance and indulgence. 🌟📖 Let's foster understanding and grow in faith as a community!
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