Romans 8:12 Therefore, there is no condemnation for those who are in Jesus Christ; because through the law of the Spirit of Life, I was set free from the law of sin and death.

Catholic Guilt Was a Real Deal

I’m 68 years young; however, I truly didn’t get the meaning of Grace until I was 50 years old.

Praise God, my mother taught me at a young age that Jesus paid the price in full for all my sins. “Right before Jesus died on the cross, He cried out, ‘It is finished!’ It’s the truth from the good book, Baby. He paid for all of our sins one dark Friday.”

Let me tell ya Friends, I had a great education within the Catholic School System. However, the 12 years of nuns really put legalism over the top.

Praise God for Vatican II! It was only then that the reality of faith came into being: Bible Studies, worshiping with other denominations, annulments, charismatic movement, marriage encounter, and mass in English.

Even though there was a light at the end of the tunnel, I still carried around a lot of wearisome guilt, due to my O.C.D. Personality. As a youngster, I can remember being weary about going to confession. If I forgot to tell a sin, what would be the outcome of my soul?

It wasn’t until I had attended the Columbus Vineyard on Saturday evenings with my dear friend Gracie, that the truth in Romans 8:1-2 was revealed to me.

For some reason, as a child I had memorized this Biblical quote, ”Those who call upon the name of the Lord, shall be saved.” Back then, there was an albatross of legalism around my neck. I never realized that every time I spoke in my heart, ”Jesus live in me, change me, and forgive my sins,” that I was washed white as snow.

I carried such a heavy load for too many years.

FREEDOM IN CHRIST IS AMAZING!

I pray that all of you seek His freedom.

Father in Heaven, touch all those who read these words. Give them freedom in the actions and thoughts so that they might turn to You and receive the joy of knowing Your forgiveness!

In Jesus name, Amen

Sue Cutler

Fearless Faith