Freedom and captivity
‘Simplicity is freedom. Duplicity is bondage. Simplicity brings joy and balance.
Duplicity brings anxiety and fear’. (Foster, p.99)
When we think only of Freedom and Captivity in terms of physical imprisonment (lockdown),
we are limiting not just our world view but also our heavenly view.
Foster points to the Sermon on the Mount to remind us to
‘seek God’s Kingdom first’, then assess our values.
Do we have a joyful unconcern for possessions: an inward spirit of trust?
Are we captivated by advertising? Are we oppressed by fear and anger?
The Spirit of the Lord is upon me,
because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor.
He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind,
to let the oppressed go free.
Luke 4:18
Working alongside Manchester Diocese Mothers Union,
members from the Diocese of Leeds have sent outdoor toys and games
for when newly arrived refugee Afghan children have time to play.
Recently, they were asked by their contact for warm coats
for the children ready for when they leave quarantine and move on again.