Faith, Freedom, and Celebration

**Daily Post: May 5, 2025 – Faith, Freedom, and Celebration**

**🌿 Christian Focus:**

**Walking in Liberty Through Christ**

Today is a powerful day to celebrate the freedom we have—not only in earthly nations—but through the redeeming work of Jesus Christ. True freedom is found in Him.

*Galatians 5:1 (KJV)*

*“Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.”*

Let us rejoice in our spiritual freedom and walk boldly in the calling God has placed on our lives.

**🌍 National Holidays:**

* **Cinco de Mayo**: Commemorating the victory of the Mexican army over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. A day to honor cultural pride, resilience, and community celebration.

* **National Astronaut Day**: Recognizing American astronauts and space exploration milestones. Let’s be reminded of the wonder of God’s creation beyond our world!

* **National Silence the Shame Day**: Bringing awareness to mental health, especially within communities of faith. Jesus brings healing and hope to every part of our lives—including the struggles we often keep hidden.

**📜 History and Heritage:**

* **1862**: Mexican forces triumph at the Battle of Puebla, sparking the holiday now known as Cinco de Mayo.

* **1961**: Alan Shepard becomes the first American in space aboard Freedom 7.

* **1981**: Bobby Sands, a member of the IRA, dies during a hunger strike, highlighting ongoing struggles and global human rights issues.

**🌤️ Faith Reflection:**

Whether celebrating heritage, space exploration, or raising awareness for mental wellness—let everything we do today point back to God’s glory. In Him, we find our identity, healing, and purpose.

**Verse of the Day:**

*John 8:36 (KJV) — “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.”*

**Fun Challenge:**

✨ Take time to learn something new about a culture, a person, or even yourself—and ask God to show you His truth in it.

With love and blessings,

Sarah M. Skaggs

Agape Love Ministry