The extraordinary events in Egypt over the last few days will lead many to believe that at last, with 'Pharaoh' Mubarak gone, the Egyptian nation will know freedom as never before! One Egyptian commentator on the TV news the other day drew the parallels between the fate of the Israelites under Moses, and the present Egyptian cry for freedom from oppression. The world waits to see what sort of freedom will be experienced, and how it might have an influence on the nations around the eastern Mediterranean. These are interesting times.
The theme of our Church Weekend is also 'Free at Last', but our focus will be on how Jesus Christ can bring us all into an experience of true freedom, so that we may serve God's purposes more effectively.
St. Paul writes to his friends in the Churches in Galatia, 'So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law.' (Galatians 5.1)
But this freedom is always under attack. As the third American President and statesman, Thomas Jefferson said, "The price of freedom is eternal vigilance." During the weekend, we will have time to look at those factors which stop us from enjoying the freedom for which Jesus died. We will be able to learn together, and encourage one another together.
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The children's programme will be suited to their needs, so parents can enjoy their time with maximum benefit.
Best wishes,
Richard
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