A dual citizen for now.



Phil. 3:20–21

But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, who, by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body.

On the 4th of July we celebrate freedom with parades, BBQs, and fireworks. It's a privilege to live in a nation that allows us great freedom.

But Paul reminds us that our ultimate citizenship is in heaven. Earthly nations change, but Christ rules forever.

One day, believers from every place and every age will be united in his eternal kingdom—greater than anything we’ve ever known.

What does earthly freedom mean for you today? What makes spiritual freedom in Christ greater than any freedom a nation can offer?

 

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