And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free….. Therefore if the son makes you free, you shall be free indeed” (John 8:32, 36)
The dictionary meaning of liberation is the act or process of freeing something from another’s control. Liberation, in essence is freedom. Mankind has an archenemy which is Satan and his cohorts. The aim of this enemy is to have the entire mankind in his control through sin, tyranny, sickness, affliction, anguish, poverty, shame, death, etc. But Jesus Christ was revealed to destroy the works of darkness and break this control over mankind (1 John 3:8).
Because this enemy is stubborn, relentless and persistent, liberation at times may be gradual requiring full cooperation of the victim. When God, through Moses demanded the release of the Israelites from the tyrannical reign of Pharaoh (Satanic agent), he was adamant and refused the request of Moses. When it was becoming more difficult to keep the Israelites in bondage because of the plagues, this satanic agent began to negotiate with Moses (Exodus 8:25,28; Exodus 10:10-11,24). The enemy is shrewd and will do everything possible to keep his victim. Below are some vital truths that will bring total liberation:
Seek the Truth: Jesus said emphatically that He is the Truth (John 14:6). As we open up our hearts to Him in genuine repentance of our sins, and also a deliberate invitation of Him into our hearts, the work of liberation begins in earnest.
Seek Knowledge of the Truth: The Knowledge of Jesus brings light. Light dispels and nullifies darkness (ignorance) which is one of the main weapons of Satan and his cohorts. As we make concerted efforts to seek the truth of the word of God which enlightens (Psalm 19:8), the hold and control of Satan is destroyed.
Seek fellowship of the Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity. One of His major roles is to reveal, uncover and unravel to us who we are as born again believers of Christ. He imparts and impresses on our hearts the truth of the Word of God. He is also the Anointer. As long as Samson was anointed, he was shredding off ropes that was used to bind him like mere threads (Judges 16:12). The anointing of the Holy Spirit is a mighty tool of liberation for the believer.
Act boldly and courageously: David was able to liberate the Israelites from forty days of oppression in the hands of Goliath. He ran towards Goliath and didn’t run away from him. You can only conquer what you confront. After the Emancipation Proclamation by Abraham Lincoln, many slaves remained in the servitude of their slave masters because they couldn’t summon courage to start life after the slave trade abolition. They remained slaves and captives because they were unable to act courageously. Those who know their God shall be strong and do exploits (Daniel 11:32b)
Take responsibility for your liberation: Satan is always on the trail of those who have found liberty through Jesus Christ. Many are not living liberated lives because shortly after Jesus makes them free, they refuse to take responsibility and entangle themselves again by hobnobbing with sin and satan. The Bible in Galatians 5:1 says “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery” (NIV).
CONCLUSION: At conversion for every born again child of God, power changes hands. The power of the grave (death) which is peddled by Satan gives way to the power of resurrection which is the same power that raised Jesus from the dead. Every child of God who is in bondage or affliction over a protracted time should arise and take charge of what Jesus wrought on Calvary cross. You are liberated in Jesus name.
Have a blessed month.
Ade(Gboyega) ESAN
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