Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk,

so that by it you may grow up in your salvation 

-1st peter 2:2

Growth is constant,

we cannot let this be stunted by being attracted to what once sustained us.

We have to graduate in our dealings from the simple to the complex.

The more we grow,

The better that comes to us because of what we become.

No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. Remember God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. When you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. 

-1st Corinthians 10:13 

We must realize growth comes with tests by circumstance.

The way further into the situation or the way further out is always present.

You will constantly face the same tests unless you recognize that the cycle is meant to be exited, not sat in and reveled upon.

Everything has its time & season,

Never linger too long where there is no forward movement present.

Trust the wisdom given to you.

Be it signs, wonders, conversations, or inner understanding.

Grow to accept challenges and overcome them by the will of Abba.

There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. 

-1st John 4:18

You know you’re growing or there is growth present when love only deepens, not withers.

Love is a catalyst to awakening.

It reminds you that you serve purpose,

that you’re important to someone, something.

Love is a remarkable light that renews strength in us all.

Which is why it’s so important to evolve with it, not absent of it.

Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity. 

-1st Timothy 4:12 

In your youth be vigilant.

Make your mark with God.

Examples move with precision, their is no wanton behavior.

Only the clear scope of what is to come, what can be and why it exists.

Character is defined by your level of growth and growth continually .

For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. 

-Timothy 1:7

Maturity grounds you,

Growth is an astounding showing of removing you,

yet being mindful of you also.

Ego does not mean self protection.

Nor does self protection mean all about you.

There is a balanced awareness that test in the middle of the two.

Constantly decreasing self & increasing introspection.

To learn from lessons and apply new information, correctly.

Not haphazardly.

Final thoughts

Prayer

Shalom

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Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. -2nd Corinthians 3:17

Gods spirit is within us all, whether we accept it or not. The lords freedom is so vast that we can travel anywhere safely. We just have to know the power and authority of his liberty. Not only is the spirit of the lords freedom within us. It goes before us in spaces, places, & conversations we have yet to partake in.

45 I will walk about in freedom,for I have sought out your precepts. 46 I will speak of your statutes before kings and will not be put to shame, 47 for I delight in your commands because I love them. 48 I reach out for your commands, which I love, that I may meditate on your decrees. 49 Remember your word to your servant, for you have given me hope. 50 My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life. 51 The arrogant mock me unmercifully, but I do not turn from your law. 52 I remember, Lord, your ancient laws, and I find comfort in them. 53 Indignation grips me because of the wicked, who have forsaken your law. 54 Your decrees are the theme of my song wherever I lodge. 55 In the night, Lord, I remember your name, that I may keep your law. 56 This has been my practice: I obey your precepts.

-Psalms 119:45-66

You

Everything you do either opens up your freedom or restricts it. It’s not about control it’s about the gift of letting go and being in Gods undaunted flow. Meditating on his word & using the map (bible) to guide you. Praying without ceasing. Communicating and seeking the highest wisdom of him you can find.

Others

Your freedom may become questioned because you do not live in the freedom of the world. The worlds freedoms holds certain standards and deem you hidden if they cannot revel in sin with you freely. You must be so rooted that outside looking in, does not devolve the inner peace you’ve worked hard to develop within.

God

The freer you become , the more in tune with his will, way, & precepts. God is a God of guidance, peace, love, & understanding. He seeks those who seek him the most. Not excluding those who do not but his sheep hears his calling.

16 Live as free people, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as God’s slaves. 17 Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers, fear God, honor the emperor. 18 Slaves, in reverent fear of God submit yourselves to your masters, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh. 19 For it is commendable if someone bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because they are conscious of God. 20 But how is it to your credit if you receive a beating for doing wrong and endure it? But if you suffer for doing good and you endure it, this is commendable before God. 21 To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. 22“He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth.” 23 When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly. 24 “He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed.” 25 For “you were like sheep going astray,” but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.

-1st Peter 2:16-25

Freedom is not just a physical expression. Often times we feel if we cannot be free how we wish, there is a bondage. Those who are truly free experience it within there spirit. We are spirits then flesh. You cannot trade a shell for the being. The being only wears the shell for a season. Freedom is not a time length. It is an eternal gift. God grants us this blessing the more we detach from worldly understanding and unconditionally exude, express, & engage in the freedoms he gives us through spiritual increase. Vision changes, dreams expand, & divine connections grow. A Few of the many freedoms that come as you grow & learn.

Final words

Prayer

Shalom

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