Remembering Freedom's Price

1 Corinthians 11:24-25 NKJV; John 8:36 NKJV<br><br>Introduction:<br>As we take time tomorrow to remember the sacrifices of others, we need to be very thankful for our freedom and liberty.<br><br>The word liberty means: The condition of those who are free and independent; not confined, having rights.<br><br>I'm glad God allowed me to be born, grow up, live, and serve Him in America. But there are some things about freedom we need to remember:<br><br><b>1. FREEDOM'S PRICE</b><br>*Someone has said that there is nothing free in life but salvation. Freedom had and continues to have a great price tag.<br><br>A. A Country's Freedom.<br><br>1. Revolutionary War <br>2. Civil War<br><br>a. 618,222 were killed<br>b. 400,175 were wounded<br><br>3. WWI<br>a. 50,585 US soldiers were killed<br>b. 205,690 were wounded<br><br>4. WWII<br>a. 292,000 soldiers were killed <br><br>5. Korean<br>a. 125,000 were killed or wounded. <br><br>6. Vietnam<br>a. 58,000 were killed.<br><br>1,749,672 lives were impacted.<br><br>*America’s freedom and liberty has a great price tag.<br><br>B. A Christian’s Freedom.<br><br>*On a hill far away a Man hung on a old rugged cross, the emblem of suffering and shame.<br><br>Matthew 26:67 NKJV<br><br>1. Abused Him<br>2. Scourged Him<br>3. Mocked Him<br>4. Stripped Him<br>5. Made Him carry His cross<br>6. Crowned Him with thorns<br>7. Nailed His Feet and Hands to the cross<br>8. Dropped the cross in the ground, causing his joints to come out of socket.<br>9. Gave Him vinegar to drink.<br>10. Pierced His side with a spear.<br><br>*The Christian’s freedom and liberty has a great price tag. Notice in paying the price many men died for our nation, while One Man died for all nations.<br><br><b>2. FREEDOM PURPOSE FOR THE BELIEVER.</b><br><br>1. Saved to serve.<br><br>Romans 6:18 NKJV; Romans 6:22 NKJV; Galatians 5:13 NKJV<br><br>2. Sitting after salvation leads to neglect.<br><br>Hebrews 2:1-4 NKJV<br><br><b>In Conclusion:</b><br><br>How can we sit when men gave their lives for our freedom of religion? How can we sit and not speak of the freedom that Christ offers all men after the price that He paid? How can we use our rights wrongfully when it takes away the rights of others after men gave their lives for these rights? How can we try to satisfy our flesh with the liberty given to the Christian by Christ.<br><br>The problem is that most have not paid the price tag for these freedoms we enjoy as citizens of the United States of America, and the freedom and liberty that is given to every Christian cost them nothing. But never forget that freedom has a great price and that Salvation is free but it never came cheap.

Youth Ministry Thought for The Week

You're not yourself when your spirit is starving from the word of God and you feast on everything else (Social Media, TV, Texting, Netflix, Sports, Facetime) instead of the Living Word. If your Spirit is Malnourished how can you manifest Christ?

Children's Ministry Lesson

Hello Parents,<br><br>This Spring Break, Enjoy connecting with your children!<br><br>-Short opening prayer<br><br>-Praise and worship (2 of their favorites)<br>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMv3-gEONy0<br>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-pD2zIuiC2g<br><br>-Books of the Bible rap<br>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT_yEowtcgY<br><br>-Family Devotional (attached)<br><br>-Closing prayer

Weekly Announcements - Next Steps (Step 4 is being offered Today)

<b><i>Next Steps</i></b><br><br>Connect4: Next Steps (formerly known as Connect Classes) are now offered every 1st-4th Sundays from 10:30am-11:15am and 11:15am-12:00pm at the Marietta Campus.

#CharacterBuilding Men’s Small Group with Pastor Joel Gregory

Men of all ages are invited a path to true significance and discover the secrets to achieving uncommon success in this 4-week high-impact, character-building challenge with Pastor Joel Gregory on Wednesdays in the Month of June. This men's group will meet from 7:00pm-8:30pm at the Main Office Location.<br><br>Visit our website for more information: https://linkedup.infellowship.com/Group/Show/2379567

Weekend with Apostle Frederick Price (June 10th - June 11th)

· Men’s Breakfast with Apostle Frederick Pricewill be held on Saturday, June 10th from 10am – 12pm at the Main Office Location. Men of all ages are welcome. Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult. The event is free, however, space is limited. RSVP today online at linkedupchurch.com. The Deadline to RSVP is Sunday, June 4th. (https://linkedup.infellowship.com/Forms/361953/Register) <br><br>· Join us on Sunday, June 11th as we welcome Special guest speaker, Apostle Frederick Price to our 9am and 11am Service

2017 Youth Conferences

* Youth Camp is quickly approaching! Please save the date! <br><br>* This year middle school will be attending the Forward Conference hosted by Free Chapels Pastor Jentzin Franklin at the Infinite Energy Arena in Duluth, GA June 22nd -24th. Conference Cost is $255. http://linkedupchurch.com/forward2017/ <br><br>* High School on the other hand! will be going on a Road trip to Birmingham, Alabama. They will attend the Motion Conference hosted by Church of the Highlands on July 27th -29th.. Conference Cost is $310. http://linkedupchurch.com/motion2017/<br><br>* Guest Artist include Lecrae, Andy Mineo, Hillsong United, Bethel Music, Steven Furtic and more… Deposit of $75 is due now.<br><br>Contact Nehemiah Ray (nray@linkedupchurch.com) or visit our website for more information.

Graduation Weekend (Saturday, June 17th – Sunday, June 18th)

· All Class of 2017 Graduates (High School, College/University, Bible School, Trade/Vocational) are invited to sign up for our Graduation Reception/Acknowledgment.<br>· Visit the Hotspot Table or the church website (http://linkedupchurch.com/graduation-weekend/) for more information

Vacation Bible School 2017 (July 10th - July 14th)

<b>WHEN</b>:<br>July 10 – July 14 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am.<br><br><b>WHERE</b>:<br>Linked UP Main Office Location<br>562 Wylie Road<br>Suite 7<br>Marietta, GA 30067<br><br><b>REGISTER</b>:<br>To sign up your child click here: https://linkedup.infellowship.com/Forms/362165/Register<br><br><b>VOLUNTEER</b>:<br>To Volunteer click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScQBAK079dPR7uFeD4enBMzJ92TrzCzHLgs5CMMFUXywHl2Zg/viewform