Monday, August 11, 2025

#10. Bible Study Guide – Freedom in Christ: What It Really Means


1. Lesson Objective

To understand the biblical meaning of Christian freedom, avoiding both legalism and license, and learning to walk in the liberty Christ gives.


2. Opening Prayer

"Lord Jesus, You have set us free from sin and the law’s condemnation. Teach us today how to live in Your freedom in a way that honors You and serves others. Amen."


3. Question & Answer Bible Study with Exegetical Commentary


Q1: What does the Bible mean by “freedom in Christ”?

A: The Bible teaches that freedom in Christ means being set free from sin’s power and the law’s condemnation.

Verse: 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.”

Commentary:

This freedom is not political liberty but spiritual liberation — no longer under the Old Covenant’s ceremonial and legal bondage.


Q2: What are we free from?

A: The Bible teaches that in Christ, we are free from the penalty of sin and the curse of the law.

Verse: Romans 8:1–2 – “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.”

Commentary:

Freedom is not the absence of all restraint — it’s the removal of sin’s chains so we can serve God willingly.


Q3: Does freedom mean we can do anything we want?

A: The Bible teaches that freedom is not permission to sin but power to serve God in love.

Verse: Galatians 5:13 – “You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love.”

Commentary:

Real freedom is the ability to choose righteousness, not rebellion.


Q4: How does freedom relate to the Law of Christ?

A: The Bible teaches that we are not under the Old Covenant Law but under the Law of Christ.

Verse: 1 Corinthians 9:21 – “…not being without law toward God but under the law of Christ…”

Commentary:

We now live under Christ’s commands — summed up in loving God and loving our neighbor.


Q5: How should we use our freedom in daily life?

A: The Bible teaches that we should use our freedom to glorify God and build up others.

Verse: 1 Corinthians 10:23–24 – “I have the right to do anything”—but not everything is beneficial… No one should seek their own good, but the good of others.”

Commentary:

Our choices should be filtered through love, edification, and God’s glory.


4. Reflection & Call to Action

  • Reflection: Am I using my Christian freedom to honor Christ or to justify selfish desires?

  • Call to Action:

    1. Avoid one activity this week that might harm another believer’s faith.

    2. Make one deliberate choice that uses your freedom to serve and encourage someone.

    3. Thank God daily for setting you free.


5. Closing Prayer

"Father, thank You for the freedom we have in Christ — freedom from sin, death, and condemnation. Help us use it to glorify You and love others. Amen."


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