Dr Rudi

Jan 18, 2026    Rudi Niemand

This powerful message invites us into a deeper understanding of true spiritual freedom through the lens of God's mercy and grace. At its heart lies the story of Abraham from Genesis 15, where God declares Himself as our shield and exceeding great reward. What's remarkable here is how God looks into the 'mailbox' of our hearts—our deepest desires—and meets us there. Abraham desired a child at 90 years old, seemingly impossible, yet God waited until he was 100 to fulfill this promise. Why? To demonstrate that He is a miraculous God who operates beyond natural limitations. This teaching challenges us to examine what we've allowed to 'snare' us—emotions like anger, bitterness, jealousy, and unforgiveness that wind us up like trapped animals. The profound truth presented is that we must unwind ourselves from these emotional entanglements rather than expecting others to rescue us. We're reminded that we're no longer under the law of sin and death, but under the law of the Spirit of life in Christ. The blood of Jesus has cleansed us completely, meaning no spiritual power can hold us anymore. This freedom isn't just theological—it's practical. When we truly grasp that our sins are forgiven and our conscience is clean, we become effective vessels for God's love and power. The message calls us to stop operating from our 'old man' mindset and instead minister from our new creation in Christ, where the Holy Spirit flows freely to heal, deliver, and set captives free.