Freedom is Not Free

[320 words] Inscribed on the Korean War Memorial are the words, “Freedom Is Not Free.” Every time I think of these words I think of two aspects of my freedom. First, I think of my rights as an American citizen. It is a great blessing to live in a country where I have so many freedoms to function and live without the government’s interference. Yet I am reminded by the words, “Freedom Is Not Free,” that precious people gave up their families, jobs, their own freedom, and even their lives so that I could be free to enjoy this country in which I live. Second, the words “Freedom Is Not Free,” remind me of the freedom I have in Christ (1 Peter 2:16). Again, I am free (spiritually) because God the Father loved the world so much that He gave His only begotten Son to die for me and all…