Just like that, it’s Sunday! The weekends fly by don’t they?
This past week, my daughter sent me a picture of Colt jumping in the pool. I texted back, “Nothing better than being a kid in the summertime.”
This picture reminds me of my childhood. Not a care in the world. Wake up. Eat breakfast. Play. Eat dinner. Go back outside and play some more.
The more I looked at the picture, it also reminds me of a scripture verse. John 8:36 says, So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. John 8:36
What are we free from? Oh, I love this, ladies!
We are free from past sins; we are free from guilt; we are free from allowing sin to control us.
Many of us know that we have been forgiven, but we live defeated lives. We let our pasts define our future.
It’s like being in a jail cell, and they have opened the door and said you are free to leave now. But, instead of leaving, you’re still sitting in that cell.
Christ came and died for our sins (Romans 5:8), and you don’t have to sit in the jail cell anymore. You are FREE! I am FREE!
Knowing that I’m free from my past sins and guilt makes me want to jump like Colt. I’m so thankful!!
“This song is about freedom. Free from the tyranny of self, free from the opinion of doubters, set free from the chains of our past and the hopelessness of life without God. Gods kindness has brought us in from the outside and made us royalty. Gods truth over us is final. Sometimes it’s good to remind our selves that God says over us” -Reuben Morgan
You are chosen – 1 Thess 1:4.
You are called of God – 2 Tim 1:9.
You are being changed into His image – 2 Cor 3:18.
You are a new creation – 2 Cor 5:7.
You are the temple of the Holy Spirit – 1 Cor 6:19.
You are forgiven of all your sins – Eph 1:7.
You are redeemed from the curse of the law – Gal 3:14.
You are blessed – Gal 3:9.
You are the head and not the tail – Deut 28:13.
You are above and not beneath – Deu 28:13.
You are victorious – Rev 12:11.
You are set free – John 8:31.
You are strong in the Lord – Eph 6:10.
You are healed by His wounds – 1 Peter 2:24.
You are free from condemnation – Rom 8:1.
You are reconciled to God – 2 Cor 5:18.
You are joint-heirs with Christ – Rom 8:17.
You are more than a conquerer – Rom 8:37.
You are accepted in Him – Eph 1:6.
You are complete in Him – Eph 2:5.
You are dead to sin – Rom 6:2.
You are alive with Christ – Eph 2:5.
You have the mind of Christ – Phil 2:5.
You can do all things in Christ Jesus – Phil 4:13.
You are the light of the world – Matt 5:14.
You are the salt of the earth – Matt 5:13.
You always triumph in Christ – 2 Cor 2:14.
You are beloved of God – Col 3:12
You are one with Christ – John 17:21.
You are fearfully and wonderfully made – Ps 139:14.
Have a blessed day!
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I didn’t read this post until today, Monday. Such a wonderful picture of Colt! Grandchildren are just the best! And I love how you tied it in to scripture and the promise that we are indeed free!
Yes, love when you share what your are cooking…..especially when you have your family over. Please share. Though I had to go back to email to find recipe from yesterday….making today!
Love!
Love your Beauty for the Heart today! I am set free completely.
Please share more of your Sunday recipes. I would try to do this one for this coming weekend.
Sunday family dinners are the best. Look on Pinterest for ideas of preserving zucchini for things like pancakes, etc.
Have a blessed week!
~Althea
Great photo of Colt! I would love if you shared your recipes. Thanks for the encouragement.
Thank you so much for your post. That are right on time with what God is doing in my life
WOW, this Sunday we are 5 times blessed: the devotion, song, scripture list, photo of your grandson AND your Sunday dinner recipes. Thanks! I hope you’ll keep sharing your menus
I love the picture of your grandson and you are so right we are free because of our faith in Jesus Christ
Thank you for this post!! Beautiful truth❤️
Sounds great.
This song makes me smile sing out every time it comes on the radio. We sing this often at our church and I love to stand next to my daughter and hear her sing it out with conviction. Nothing better then knowing your children know they are a child of God. Have a great week Cyndi.
What an encouraging post you shared. Every scripture is a wonderful reminder of God’s mighty love for us.
Great message. Thanks!!
Loved this devotion, song and menu! Would love to hear future Sunday dinner info! When do you prepare everything?
I typically get up at 5 am and prepare it before we go to church.
Would love your chocolate zucchini cake recipe, if you are willing to share with your readers. Thank you!
I meant to include this recipe, It was DELICIOUS!!!
https://www.dessertnowdinnerlater.com/chocolate-zucchini-cake/
Wonderful post. Such great scriptures. The picture of Colt is so cute. I just told my husband this morning….summer just isn’t the same as when you were a kid and so carefree. 🙂 lol. Enjoy those family dinners with family. Wish my kids lived closer for a weekly meal together. But, I’m blessed to have them still close enough to see them. Blessings.
Thanks for the Scriptures! Would love for you to continue to sharing your Sunday lunches!
Definitely interested in recipes! Maybe you can be a fashion and food blog!😜
Cyndi, thanks SO much for the list of Scripture verses! I am saving it to build devotions around.
Your family sounds similar to ours—I cook Sunday dinner 3 weeks of the month (one Sunday I cook for my dad), and my sons, daughters-in-law and grandkids come to our house. These times are SO precious!
Just printed your recipes; I’m all set for dinner! Please continue to share. Thank you for inspiring me in so many ways.
wow this is so so on point. would have loved to be able o=to orint the list of scriptures but it does not work what fantastic reminder to post in am obvious spot in our homes and offices. !!
THANK YOU
no matter how busy I am, I always read your messages. I love your entire outlook on clothes, God, family, and food!
Thanks
Thank you Cyndi, I don’t comment frequently but I love your blog.
Thanks for sharing the video. Love love the song. I listen to Christian radio and hear the song all the time. Have a beautiful Sunday and thanks for all you do.
Praise God! Sang this song this morning at church!
Love this post! I needed the reminder not to keep myself locked up!
Would also love the menus and recipes!
Praise God! There is no greater freedom than that which we find through Christ! ❤️
Love this post! Thanks for all the reminders in scripture!
Beautiful Post Today! Thank you!
My family also has big dinner each Sunday after church. Hate to ask, nut I would really like the zucchini no plate cake receipt.
Thank you for your words of inspiration. I would love if you always shared what you fix for Sunday lunches. I’m always looking for something different when our family is together for dinner. Thank you!
These recipes look yummy.. I’ve saved them and can easily use some items from our garden as well. I too have our daughter and son-in-law for Sunday dinner ( just married in May) and our son who’s still at home.. today his girlfriend and some friends are joining us so it will be 10 🙂 I’m thankful for these get togethers too❤️.. thank you for sharing your BFTH… always seems to be something we need to hear. Great pic of Colt Allen looks like fun. Oh the days of a child. You’re right lol
I’m always looking for healthy recipes. Would love for you to share your recipes.
Those are some powerful words! Thank you for sharing! LOVE the song!!
Happy sunday to you as well. Thank you for this post today. What a great reminder for us all. Great picture of colt. Oh to be a kid again. Lol! Have a great week.
I love your Sunday posts! Thank you for sharing your Sunday dinner recipe links!!
Today’s blog was awesome spiritual encouragement and thank you for the recipes!!!
Thank you for your words today! I know Jesus Christ is my savior! And as many times as I have asked for forgiveness…..it’s always my sins that haunt me😥 how do you forgive yourself?
Cyndi–I truly enjoy your fashion blog and all the work you put into it. But after following your blog for a while, the thing I love most is your heart for Jesus!! I look forward to your Sunday blogs and the thought provoking and encouraging words so much. I love that you end every post with Beauty for the heart. Keep up the awesome work you do, not only for us, but for Him!!!
Working with a good counselor/therapist can help you recognize and deal with lingering shame. I can’t recommend it strongly enough. All the best to you and your gentle spirit.
My reply was for Justine.
Thank you, Cyndi for this wonderful reminder ✝️✝️✝️
Thank you sister in Christ! I needed this!
Love all your advice & pictures. I also like that you share your Sunday menus. Thanks for letting us be a small part of your life.