I always heard this growing up... "Freedom isn't free". I believe there is even a country song about this very thing. But, I'll tell ya, when I stop and think about all the freedoms that I have as an American and as a Christian I am humbly blessed.
First, I've been traveling alot for the past year. There is nothing like coming through DFW and seeing American soldiers come off a plane and walk through the airport and people standing applauding, saluting and cheering. That will make the hair on your arms stand up, let me tell ya! These men and women willing put down their lives so that we can enjoy the freedoms of "life" here in the good ole USA. So, to all past, present and future military forces... THANK YOU!
Second.... Jesus Christ gave the ultimate sacrifice for each and every one of us. He left the kingdom of Heaven to come to earth, to be looked down upon, chastised, ridiculed, beaten, tortured and killed. All so that we may have eternal life through Him if we just accept Him as our Savior. All that I am, or ever will be, I owe to Jesus Christ. Thank you Lord for giving the ultimate sacrifice.
As I celebrate this 4th of July.... I'll be reflecting on how blessed I am... and passing that on to Austin. Nothing comes without a price... especially freedom.
America... land of liberty... land of freedom.
Happy Independence Day!
