Bound by Shackles
Good morning Scripture reading: Mark 5:1-20 Praise song: Shackles Are Broken Meditation; Several years ago, the Court Administration Division (CAD) summoned me to serve as a juror. Nothing has touched me more deeply than seeing prisoners entering the courtroom chained together with shackles on their hands and feet. In that moment, I realized that serving in such a role was not something I was mentally prepared to do, so I kindly petitioned to be excused. Observing the state of confinement prompted me to ponder the shackles that have restricted us spiritually. I reflected on the factors we permitted to dominate our minds and hinder us from experiencing the freedom and blessings of Almighty God. Emotional pain, stress, poor choices, or guilt can leave us feeling trapped and isolated. When these heavy chains hinder us from living fully or connecting with others, remember that faith in Jesus has the power...