The Slavery of Freedom | Part 1
64 min
In today's world, we think of freedom as the ability to do whatever we want. But in this message, we learn that the definition of freedom has been radically redefined over time. The original meaning was freedom FROM ourselves and the animalistic instinct that stirs within us, that wages war against good.
Featuring: John Mark Comer & Bridgetown Church
Categories: Cultural Influences, Self-Control
Continue watching this series
"Fighting the World, the Flesh and the Devil" is a multi-part series from Bridgetown Church.
Fighting the World, Flesh & Devil | Part 9
Every decision we make, no matter how insignificant it may seem, either frees or enslaves us.
Fighting the World, Flesh & Devil | Part 4
While we think our fight is against other people, Jesus says it's against unseen spiritual forces.
Fighting the World, Flesh & Devil | Part 3
The Bible has a lot to say about the unseen spiritual world, which influences our daily lives.
Fighting the World, Flesh & Devil | Part 2
When it comes to identifying lies we believe, it's hard because they're mixed in with parts of truth.
Fighting the World, Flesh & Devil | Part 11
Contrary to what we learn in society, the way to our best lives comes from denying ourselves.
Fighting the World, Flesh & Devil | Part 10
How can Christians today follow the way of Jesus without conforming to our culture or "the world"?
More on culture and society
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Christians X Culture | Part 2
Learn how idolatry presents itself in our modern culture and how we're shaped by what we worship.
This Must Be Stronger Than That | Part 3
Our culture now accepts many truths, and it is slowly distorting the message of the Gospel.
This Must Be Stronger Than That | Part 2
Identify modern forms of idols and learn why we should worship our Creator more than things created.
This Must Be Stronger Than That | Part 11
Seeing hate all around us might make us feel hopeless, but there's actually a lot we can do.
Sabbath | Part 3
The decision to embrace rest is a rebellion against the cultural addiction to accomplishment.
I AM | Part 3
We try so hard not to be led by anyone, but we end up being radically influenced by something anyway.
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Dealing With Your Past | Part 1
In order to move forward, we have to dig into our past and deal with the root cause of our sins.
Living for the Approval of Others
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