Freedom
The final step is Freedom—where we step into the fullness of life Christ intended, firmly planted as an Oak of Righteousness. Christ died and rose so that you could be free—not only in heaven but starting now on earth. He desires to rebuild our broken hearts, restore our dignity, and renew our lives in a way that liberates us from the painful effects of sin and brokenness. He wants you to be free, healthy, and living in the victory He has already won for you (Isaiah 61:1-4).
Isaiah 61:1-4
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The Year of the Lord's Favor5
The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me,
because the Lord has anointed me
to bring good news to the poor;
he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted,
to proclaim liberty to the captives,
and the opening of the prison to those who are bound;
to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor,
and the day of vengeance of our God;
to comfort all who mourn;
to grant to those who mourn in Zion—
to give them a beautiful headdress instead of ashes,
the oil of gladness instead of mourning,
the garment of praise instead of a faint spirit;
that they may be called oaks of righteousness,
the planting of the Lord, that he may be glorified.
They shall build up the ancient ruins;
they shall raise up the former devastations;
they shall repair the ruined cities,
the devastations of many generations.
