Freedom is a great gift that God gave to us at the expense of the death of his only begotten son. Christ freed us from all forms of captivity, both physically, spiritual and moral slavery. He gave us the opportunity to experience freedom at it’s peak. However, this kind of freedom is the not the type that allows us to live recklessly or do whatever we dim fit, but it is the kind of freedom that transforms our hearts, minds and souls. It shapes our heart and entire being to behave in ways that aligns with God’s nature.
Sadly, many people chase financial, political and societal freedom. They think that these kinds of freedom bring them happiness, but instead these kinds of freedom without the knowledge of Christ leads to more profound emptiness and bondage. The scripture made it clear that true freedom comes from God, the kind of freedom that sets us free from sin and slavery. Those acts and experiences that makes us their captive, Jesus died to save us from them all. This is why as Christians, we have to live our lives and walk with the consciousness that Christ has redeemed us from all curses that have held us captive. Whether it is sickness, poverty, death, sin, fear, guilt and shame that have captivated our souls and minds, the good news is that Christ have broken off those chains and have given us the kind of freedom that the world cannot give. When next you feel bound by the enemy, use the scriptures to remind the adversary that you are no longer a captive, Christ has paid the ultimate price for you.
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Through Christ death on the cross of Calvary and also through the power of his resurrection ,we have been offered grace and freedom. Grace to resist sin and freedom from all of Satan’s captivity. I want us to understand that the freedom from captivity that we have received is all based on God’s selfless love for us. His love made him to give his only begotten son to die and save us. Join us in this article, as we study some scriptures that teaches about freedom from captivity.
What Does The Bible Say About Being Set Free From Captivity?
The Bible teaches that truth and freedom are inseparable. When we haven’t seek and confessed our truth, we will still be bounded by the enemy, even if we say that we are free. Freedom does not happen by mere saying and wishing, it happens when we have known the truth and have accepted it. Now what is this truth? The truth in this context is talking about the person of Jesus. The truth that he is the son pf God, and also the truth of his teachings. This is the truth that the Bible referred to in the book of John 8:32. God’s truth brings us freedom, peace, growth and clarity.
Galatians 5:1 “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”. Apostle Paul encourages us in this scripture to stand on the freedom that Christ has given to us, giving no thought to what the enemy says. Even after we have been set freed, the enemy always seek for ways to try to burden us with captivity through our thoughts. But here, the Bible has encouraged us never to forget the purpose of Christ sacrifice. It is to give us ultimate freedom from sin and all life’s struggle.
Luke 4:18 ‘The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free”. Setting us free from captivity was one of the greatest purpose of Christ on earth. God sent him to earth to free us from bondage and restore us back to him. Glory to God in the highest, because the work has been done! and we have been set free from all forms of bondage!
1 Peter 2:9 “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light”. This scripture declares our new identity in Christ. We are a royal priesthood, chosen by God himself.
Bible Verses About Freedom From Captivity
- So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. – John 8:36
- 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. – Galatians 5:1
- Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death. – Romans 8:1-2
- Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. – 2 Corinthians 3:17
- The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners. – Isaiah 61:1
- The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free. – Luke 4:18
- For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves. – Colossians 1:13
- He brought them out of darkness, the utter darkness, and broke away their chains. – Psalm 107:14
- But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. – 1 Peter 2:9
- In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace. – Ephesians 1:7
- When hard pressed, I cried to the Lord; he brought me into a spacious place. – Psalm 118:5
- You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness. – Romans 6:18
- Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. – John 14:27
- Through him everyone who believes is set free from every sin, a justification you were not able to obtain under the law of Moses. – Acts 13:39
- Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. – Matthew 11:28
- And free those who all their lives were held in slavery by their fear of death. – Hebrews 2:15
- The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. – John 10:10
- The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. – Psalm 34:17
- Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke? – Isaiah 58:6
- To him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood. – Revelation 1:5
- And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. – Philippians 4:7
- But whoever looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues in it—not forgetting what they have heard, but doing it—they will be blessed in what they do. – James 1:25
- If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. – 1 John 1:9
- Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. – Matthew 5:6
- Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. – Psalm 91:3
- For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. – 2 Timothy 1:7
- Be sure of this: The wicked will not go unpunished, but those who are righteous will go free. – Proverbs 11:21
- That the creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the freedom and glory of the children of God. – Romans 8:21
- In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence. – Ephesians 3:12
- But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the Lord. – Jeremiah 30:17
- Those who had seen it told the people how the demon-possessed man had been cured. – Luke 8:36
- And they may come to their senses and escape from the snare of the devil, after being captured by him to do his will. – 2 Timothy 2:26
- Therefore it says, “When he ascended on high he led a host of captives, and he gave gifts to men. – Ephesians 4:8
- Jesus answered them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who practices sin is a slave to sin. – John 8:34
- I am the Lord; I have called you in righteousness; I will take you by the hand and keep you; I will give you as a covenant for the people, a light for the nations, to open the eyes that are blind, to bring out the prisoners from the dungeon, from the prison those who sit in darkness. – Isaiah 42:6-7
- We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ. – 2 Corinthians 10:5
- So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. – John 8:36
- For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. – John 3:16
- The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor. – Luke 4:18-19
- Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. – James 4:7
- Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. – 2 Corinthians 5:17
