Scripture Meditation | Lectio Divina | Freedom in Christ | John 8:31–36 (NLT)

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Have you ever felt stuck in a sin pattern you can’t seem to break?
Or found yourself turning to something that once comforted you… but now it’s become destructive and only leaves you feeling empty?

Jesus knows that these sin patterns promise relief—but only deliver bondage.
And in John 8, He offers something radically different:
Freedom. Real freedom.

Not the freedom to chase our own desires, but the kind of freedom that comes from trusting and following Him.

In this week’s Scripture meditation, we’ll slow down with John 8:31–36 and listen to Jesus’s invitation to follow Him—a path that leads to true freedom.

This is the seventh episode in our series: Unshakable: Strength for Today, Hope for Tomorrow. Each week, we’re turning to Scripture to uncover the peace and power that comes from standing on the truth of who God is—and who we are in Him.

In this meditation on Unshakable Freedom, you’ll be invited to:
• Reflect on what Jesus means by “freedom”
• Name areas where you may not feel free
• Consider how sin or fear may be holding you back
• Confess, trust, and receive the freedom Jesus offers

Whether you’re in a season of struggle or joy, I’m praying this meditation reminds you:
You are free.
Because the Son has set you free.

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The Entire meditation text is:

John 8:31-36, NLT
31 Jesus said to the people who believed in him, “You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. 32 And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”

33 “But we are descendants of Abraham,” they said. “We have never been slaves to anyone. What do you mean, ‘You will be set free’?”

34 Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, everyone who sins is a slave of sin. 35 A slave is not a permanent member of the family, but a son is part of the family forever. 36 So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.

Scripture Meditation | Lectio Divina | Freedom in Christ | John 8:31&ndash;36 (NLT)
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Have you ever felt stuck in a sin pattern you can&rsquo;t seem to break? Or found yourself turning to something that once comforted you&hellip; but now it&rsquo;s become destructive and only leaves you feeling empty?
Jesus knows that these sin patterns promise relief&mdash;but only deliver bondage. And in John 8, He offers something radically different: Freedom. Real freedom.
Not the freedom to chase our own desires, but the kind of freedom that comes from trusting and following Him.
In this week&rsquo;s Scripture meditation, we&rsquo;ll slow down with John 8:31&ndash;36 and listen to Jesus&rsquo;s invitation to follow Him&mdash;a path that leads to true freedom.
This is the seventh episode in our series: Unshakable: Strength for Today, Hope for Tomorrow. Each week, we&rsquo;re turning to Scripture to uncover the peace and power that comes from standing on the truth of who God is&mdash;and who we are in Him.
In this meditation on Unshakable Freedom, you&rsquo;ll be invited to: &bull; Reflect on what Jesus means by &ldquo;freedom&rdquo; &bull; Name areas where you may not feel free &bull; Consider how sin or fear may be holding you back &bull; Confess, trust, and receive the freedom Jesus offers
Whether you&rsquo;re in a season of struggle or joy, I&rsquo;m praying this meditation reminds you: You are free. Because the Son has set you free.
Download your FREE Unshakable Journal <a href="https://idyllic-fashion-59593.myflodesk.com/unshakable">here</a>.
Here are some additional helpful links:
You can find out more about me, Jodie, at <a href="http://www.jodieniznik.com/">http://www.jodieniznik.com/</a>
Follow me on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jodieniznik/">@jodieniznik</a>
Follow me on Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/JodieGNiznik">@JodieGNiznik</a>
Learn more about Scripture meditation and download a FREE Guided Scripture Meditation Journal <a href="https://idyllic-fashion-59593.myflodesk.com/scripturemeditation">here</a>.
Join my Monday email newsletter <a href="https://idyllic-fashion-59593.myflodesk.com/enrpjoz0aa">here</a>, where I send links to the newest meditation every Monday morning.
Find out more about my partner, Life Audio, at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">lifeaudio.com.</a>
Download FREE sample chapters from my Bible studies <a href="http://www.jodieniznik.com/studies">here</a>.
The Entire meditation text is:
John 8:31-36, NLT 31&nbsp;Jesus said to the people who believed in him, &ldquo;You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. 32&nbsp;And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.&rdquo;
33&nbsp;&ldquo;But we are descendants of Abraham,&rdquo; they said. &ldquo;We have never been slaves to anyone. What do you mean, &lsquo;You will be set free&rsquo;?&rdquo;
34&nbsp;Jesus replied, &ldquo;I tell you the truth, everyone who sins is a slave of sin. 35&nbsp;A slave is not a permanent member of the family, but a son is part of the family forever. 36&nbsp;So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.

Welcome to So Much More where we're creating space to be with God. This podcast, hosted by Jodie Niznik, introduces you to two types of bible scripture meditation experiences, Lectio Divina and Imaginative Prayer, and gives you space to practice them. It also creates space to hear what others have experienced in their time with God.

Topics Covered:

📖 What Is Lectio Divina and Why Is It a Helpful Christian Practice
📖 What Is Christian Meditation and How Do We Use Scripture to Practice It
📖 Special Church Seasonal Series Including Lent, Easter, and Advent

If you are a Christian looking for ways to pray more or meditate more on Scripture, be sure to visit Jodie's website, https://www.jodieniznik.com/ for more information! 

Welcome to So Much More where we're creating space to be with God. This podcast, hosted by Jodie Niznik, introduces you to two types of bible scripture meditation experiences, Lectio Divina and Imaginative Prayer, and gives you space to practice them. It also creates space to hear what others have experienced in their time with God.
Topics Covered:
📖 What Is Lectio Divina and Why Is It a Helpful Christian Practice 📖 What Is Christian Meditation and How Do We Use Scripture to Practice It 📖 Special Church Seasonal Series Including Lent, Easter, and Advent
If you are a Christian looking for ways to pray more or meditate more on Scripture, be sure to visit Jodie's website, <a href="https://www.jodieniznik.com/">https://www.jodieniznik.com/</a> for more information!