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The term "The Lord's Freemen" is a title that reflects the spiritual freedom granted to believers in Christ, transcending earthly status and bondage. This concept is rooted in the New Testament, where the Apostle Paul addresses the nature of true freedom in Christ.
In
1 Corinthians 7:22 , Paul writes, "For he who was called in the Lord while a slave is the Lord’s freedman. Likewise, he who was called while free is Christ’s slave." This verse highlights the paradoxical nature of Christian freedom: those who are physically enslaved are spiritually free in the Lord, while those who are free in the world are bound to Christ as His servants. This duality underscores the transformative power of the Gospel, which liberates individuals from the bondage of sin and grants them a new identity in Christ.
The concept of being the Lord's freemen is further elaborated in
Galatians 5:1 , where Paul exhorts believers, "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not be encumbered once more by a yoke of slavery." Here, the freedom mentioned is not merely a release from physical chains but a profound spiritual liberation from the law's condemnation and the power of sin. This freedom is a gift of grace, enabling believers to live in righteousness and serve God willingly.
In the early Christian community, the notion of being the Lord's freemen served as a powerful equalizer among believers, regardless of their social or economic status. In
Colossians 3:11 , Paul emphasizes this unity, stating, "Here there is no Greek or Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave or free, but Christ is all, and is in all." This declaration affirms that in Christ, all distinctions are transcended, and every believer is equally valued and free in the eyes of God.
The title "The Lord's Freemen" also carries implications for Christian conduct. As those who have been set free by Christ, believers are called to live in a manner that reflects their new status. In
1 Peter 2:16 , Peter instructs, "Live in freedom, but do not use your freedom as a cover-up for evil; live as servants of God." This admonition reminds Christians that their freedom is not a license for sin but an opportunity to serve God and others in love and humility.
In summary, "The Lord's Freemen" is a profound title that encapsulates the essence of Christian liberty. It signifies the spiritual emancipation from sin and the law, granted through faith in Jesus Christ, and calls believers to live in accordance with their new identity as free yet devoted servants of the Lord.
Torrey's Topical Textbook
1 Corinthians 7:22For he that is called in the Lord, being a servant, is the Lord's freeman: likewise also he that is called, being free, is Christ's servant.
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