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Are you free… or just comfortable?

This message asks a hard question: what are you doing with your freedom? Jesse brings the story of Harriet Tubman, the Apostle Paul, and modern-day faith into one sharp point—freedom isn’t just for us. It’s meant to be passed on. Through real-life examples, tough truths, and raw honesty, we’re reminded that true freedom in Christ isn’t found in playing it safe. It’s found in service, generosity, and compassion—living on mission, not in comfort. Because when we forget the mission, we feed the flesh—and the enemy is always watching.

Freedom in Jesus isn’t just about being saved—it’s a call to get in the trenches and help free others. Jesse unpacks Galatians 5 to show us what free people do: they serve, they give, and they love. He challenges us to open our hands, break our chains, and stop consuming faith like entertainment. Because if Jesus set us free, then we’ve got a responsibility to go back and help someone else get free too.

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Be Free - Pass onto Others

Jesse DeYoung
Oct 19th, 2025

// Bible References: Gal 5:1,13-15; 1 Peter 5:8; Matt 6:24, 23:23; Mark 6:34-37

// Community Question: What was your favorite thing or event to do this time of year? (Ex: Watch It’s the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown, Visit Pumpkin patches, leaf peeping, firepits, etc.)

// Discussion Questions

1. Jesse mentions that problems often start 'when you're not in the battle.' How does being mission-focused help protect us from giving in to temptation? When have you noticed yourself being more vulnerable to temptation during times of boredom or lack of purpose?
2. Jesse suggests asking God three questions: What do you want to do in me? What do you want me to give? Is there anything you want me to sacrifice? What fears or hesitations do you have about telling God 'yes' to what He might ask of you?
3. Jesse states 'Conviction + Compassion = Christlikeness' and discusses how Jesus was both strong in his convictions while still being approachable to children. How often do you find yourself responding with anger versus responding with compassion on social media or in daily interactions?
4. GOING DEEPER: Read Galatians 5:13-15. What does it mean to 'not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh? Jesse explains that giving into our flesh (selfish desires) always comes at the expense of others. What are some 'private' behaviors in your life that might be having unintended consequences for others?
   

// Challenge: What is one specific way you could show Christlike compassion by serving someone this week? What might be holding you back from doing it?