On Saturday, March 13, 2021, 70 people gathered at Pine Hills Church for Experience Freedom. Led by a team of 25 volunteers, the one-day workshop addressed topics like extending forgiveness, healing emotional and spiritual wounds, identifying lies, and experiencing peace in relationships.
The Freedom Ministry event attendance proved that believers desire the abundant life that Jesus came to give them. Pastor Justin Sommer, who oversees the ministry, explained why a freedom ministry helps the body of Christ: “Everyone needs it. Too many Christians live forgiven but not free. The Freedom Ministry helps us realize all that is ours in Christ Jesus, and it helps us take back what the enemy has stolen, revive the dead areas in our lives, and restore/rebuild the things that have been destroyed.”
The Freedom Ministry began in 2018 during a year-long series of messages about “Life in the Spirit.” Lead Pastor Mike Drury emphasized that “when we walk in freedom we walk in fullness of power, fullness of joy, fullness of peace, and so much more.” He explained, “When believers feel “stuck” in their spiritual journey, the Freedom Ministry team is equipped to come alongside, helping identify what may be causing negative emotions or lack of spiritual growth. Here, at PHC, we want to see as many people as possible living in freedom!”
