For my first series of musings, I am sharing from “A Dad’s Devotions.” “A Dad’s Devotions” was a 365-day devotional that I wrote for my son Joel for his graduation from college in 2007. Each day included a verse from the Bible, my impressions (musings) and some advice for my son. Joel is graciously letting me pass these musings along to you. I hope you find them helpful.
You Are Free
Genesis 2:16 – And the Lord God commanded the man, “You are free to eat from any tree in the garden; but you must not eat from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, for when you eat of it you will surely die.” (NIV 1978)
My Musing – Freedom (“you are free”), responsibility (you must not eat”), choice (“when you eat’) and consequences (‘you will surely die’). A complete package, all present from the beginning. Freedom is not a license to act outside the will of God. While we may choose to do so, there will inevitably be consequences if we do.
My Advice – Be responsible in how you exercise the freedom that God gives you. Make wise choices that are consistent with God’s moral laws. This way you can avoid the consequences of wrong choices.
The Brew Is A Musing 