Tag Archives: independence

True Independence Comes From Within

Posted on July 5, 2025 by mitchteemley

Many people are far from independent. So much of their freedom to choose where, how, and even if they live has been curtailed. So it’s important that we pursue independence for all people everywhere. But it’s also important for us to … Continue reading →

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Freedom

Posted on July 4, 2018 by mitchteemley

It has a price: “The secret to happiness is freedom. And the secret to freedom is courage.” ~Thucydides “None who have always been free can understand the terrible fascinating power of the hope of freedom to those who are not … Continue reading →

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To Celebrate…or Not?

Posted on July 4, 2017 by mitchteemley

Today is the day America celebrates its founding. I wasn’t going to post anything. But then a Facebook friend announced that, as a follower of Jesus–and therefore as a citizen of no earthly kingdom but rather of God’s kingdom–he steers … Continue reading →

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