John 8/Luke 15 + Experiencing True Freedom // Fighting Lies - Jeremiah Lepasana

Driving Question:Why do we fight for truth? Because Jesus says, “You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:32). But what kind of freedom does He mean?1. The Power and Danger of FreedomFreedom is one of the most powerful words in our imagination. In art, media, and culture, the moment freedom is mentioned is the moment of breakthrough. But if we don’t know what it means, we are at risk of being manipulated. If we settle for pop culture’s definition—“happiness comes from doing whatever I want without limits”—we miss the freedom Jesus actually offers. Instead of being free, we end up more bound.2. The Freedom Jesus OffersBiblical freedom is not unlimited choice but restored relationship. In Eden, humanity’s freedom was connection with the Father, but we ran from home. That’s why we still ache for something greater—Eden is written in our hearts. Jesus came to reconnect us to the Father. Eternal life is this: not just saber/alam (knowing facts) but conocer/kilala (knowing a person).Like the prodigal son in Luke 15, freedom apart from the Father only led to slavery. True freedom is the invitation to come home—life with the Father, through the Son, in the Spirit.3. Living in This FreedomTo be serious about freedom is to ask daily: How do I stay connected to the Father? Freedom is not being unbound from everything, but being bound to the right Someone—Jesus and His people. He came so that we could know God deeply and live life to the full, both now and Forever.Pray Lord, free me from chasing counterfeit versions of freedom. Thank You that Jesus came to bring me home and reconnect me to You. Help me to live each day bound to You, secure in Your love, and make our church a place where many discover the freedom of knowing the Father through the Son, in the Spirit. Amen.