“Let freedom ring!”
It is hard to live in Boston and not notice that something big is underway. Widely considered the birthplace of the American Revolution, Boston is getting ready to celebrate, along with communities across the United States, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the country’s Declaration of Independence. The fundamental rights of “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness” are universal, and the desire to exercise these rights exists deep within the heart of every individual. “Let freedom ring” is not just a stirring line from a classic American anthem but a sentiment that resonates with everyone in every land.
At our core, we are all made to be free because, in truth, we are all the children of God, Spirit, and are spiritual, made to reflect God’s nature. Mary Baker Eddy, the Discoverer and Founder of Christian Science, explains why: “Man is tributary to God, Spirit, and to nothing else. God’s being is infinity, freedom, harmony, and boundless bliss.” And she goes on to quote Paul’s words from II Corinthians 3:17: “Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty” (Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures, p. 481).
As we understand better what that means, starting with God rather than the problem, we can each declare our independence from whatever would oppress us, whether it is fear, sickness, mental darkness, financial struggles, an overwhelming job, or a difficult relationship. God, infinite Love, defines our experience and loves us. And step by step and thought by thought, we can realize and prove what Love knows about us: that we really are free.
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