Freedom is more than a 4-lane highway

 

                                                      Photo by Eileen Seefluth

 

Freedom, what it means to so many people, and the cost is so grand.

The price paid for our freedom is phenomenal.

Our military works to keep us free (thank you!!). Our parents kept us free from harm as little children.

Unfortunately, this isn't the case for everyone as kiddos.

With baggage from years ago, bits and pieces shattered like a window with gale force winds pop up in 

in adulthood. Nobody would've guessed what they see now from little ___(fill in the blank).

 

The noise, the chatter, hurts, pains, traumas, but that's what some endured, even our military regardless

 of gender.

What about Christ? He took stripes for our healing (Isaiah 53:4-5), did you receive it?

It is an exchange. You give him your brokenness for His wholeness. Receive it and be thankful for it.

 

So, as you become freer from domestic abuse, you see with new senses. A new set of eyes, ears, 

atmospheres smell different, songs become more relevant, and, at times, more sensitive. You become 

more of yourself.

Do you know how to feel when you are free? No burdens, no overwhelming, no care.

Freedom can be spelled out in Roman 8 where the scripture points out transformation, because that is 

exactly what happens.

Transformation is when you are changed in a good way (your way of thinking). You go in one way; you

 come out another way. 

This is an experience you will never forget. The change is crystal clear.

So, as we begin to celebrate the 250th anniversary of freedom for our country of the United States of 

American, we also applaud you with the steps you are taking in your freedom.

We know, it's been a rough ride for you. But you are firm, strong, courageous, bold, fearless (or trying 

to be), and passionate about your freedom.

You deserve it. It is yours and you are claiming it. We are so happy for you.

As you become freer, know that you are loved and there is support for you everywhere you go.

 

Psalm 91 For Protection

Psalm 37 Speaks for itself

Ephesians 6:12-24 Your full armor

National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233

Thank you to all who have served in the United States military.

 

Women Empowerment Solutions, Inc.

Empowering Women against Domestic Abuse