There are very few concepts in our culture more revered than freedom. 

Our nation was built with freedom in mind: freedom to worship, freedom from tyranny, freedom of expression.  Our military has fought for freedom, and many have given their lives in defense of freedom.  Our freedoms often extend past what is comfortable, and so it is that discussions of various freedoms are at the root of many political debates.  

Because of the prevailing value of freedom, it can be easy to forget that while freedom is important, it isn't always helpful.  In fact, in certain circumstances, taking advantage of certain freedoms can be detrimental to our lives and the lives of those around us. 

God's word has much to say about the concept of freedom in the context of faith in Christ.  This week, as we continue our series on First Corinthians entitled A Better Way, we'll see how the Apostle Paul describes the benefits and the potential damage of exercising our freedom in Christ.  1 Corinthians 8 contains a case study on how to understand freedom within a Christian worldview.  I hope you'll spend some time reading this important chapter, and then join us as we wrestle with it together.

We are one church in two locations this week. This recording is from Pastor Tom Shilling's message on the HCC campus.