INTRODUCTION:Independence and freedom are gifts from God.John 8:31-37 “31 Then Jesus said to those Jews who believed Him, “If you abide inMy word, you are My disciples indeed.32And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”33 They answered Him, “We are Abraham’s descendants, and have never been inbondage to anyone. How can You say, ‘You will be made free’?”34 Jesus answered them, “Most assuredly, I say to you, whoever commits sin is aslave of sin.35And a slave does not abide in the house forever, but a son abides forever.36 Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed.37 “I know that you are Abraham’s descendants, but you seek to kill Me, becauseMy word has no place in you.”The character of the true disciple of Jesus is• TO ABIDEThe privilege of the true disciple of Jesus is• TO KNOW HIMThe happiness of the true disciple of Jesus is• FREEDOMSupport the show