Freedom Is Not Free

"There is a black granite wall in Washington, D.C., that reads "FREEDOM IS NOT FREE." The cost of freedom--physical freedom and spiritual freedom--is blood, sweat, and tears. My grandfather Frank fought for me in WWII at the island of Iwo Jima and came back with scars, dead friends, and a bullet in his arm. But because of his sacrifice, and the sacrifice of others like him, our country is free. Jesus paid an even higher price for me as He shed His blood on the cross. He suffered abandonment, death, and divine wrath on my behalf. And because of His sacrifice, all who turn to Him are free. Freedom is ultimately a gift from God, and as His image bearers, we too can "purchase" freedom for others by bravely shedding blood, sweat, and tears."

-- Kirk Cameron