James 5:1-20
We highly value independence. For good reason! Tyranny keeps humans from maximizing their God given giftedness for the betterment of self and the community in which they live. Thriving as an individual promotes thriving community.
Independence is not just for independence’s sake. Oppressed individuals impose their oppression upon community. Read the Declaration of independence at the following link. https://www.archives.gov/founding-docs/declaration-transcript Then read James 5:1-20 and Galatians 5:1-26. What is God trying to free us from and what is He trying to get us to live for?
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