Pondering Point

These words come after Jesus says we are slaves because of our sin. We might perceive ourselves as free, but in reality we are all enslaved because of our sin. The way to freedom isn't self-empowerment, self-determination, or even self-control. The key is being connected to Jesus. Being connected to Jesus then means following Jesus -- and where He goes you are to go. You cannot be His disciple and not follow Him.