Freedom

 

But the man who looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom,

and continues to do this,

not forgetting what he has heard,

but doing it—

he will be blessed in what he does.

James 1:25

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Freedom

 

It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.

Stand firm, then,

and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.

Galations 5:1

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Freedom

 

I will walk about in freedom,

for I have sought out your precepts.

Psalm 119:45

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The King’s throne

 

In him and through faith in him

we may approach God

with freedom and confidence.

Ephesians 3:12

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Happy 4th of July!!

 

Now the Lord is the Spirit,

and where the Spirit of the Lord is,

there is freedom.

2 Corinthians 3:17

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Southwest Chicken Chopped Salad

This yummy and refreshing salad features left over BBQ chicken.  You can make it with any cooked chicken, but BBQ chicken really complements the salad best.  It’s also a great recipe for using precooked beans from the freezer! It does takes some time to chop all the ingredients, but only about 15-20 minutes and the results are well worth the effort :)

I also should note that when we are in a hurry we make this with plain ol’ ranch dressing from the bottle and find it just as tasty as the recipe version…

~SOUTHWEST CHICKEN CHOPPED SALAD~ SALAD:
2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 green pepper, diced
1-2 cups beans {canned & drained, fresh cooked or from freezer}
1 can corn, drained {or frozen and defrosted}
2 tomatoes, diced
4 green onions, sliced
1 large romaine, washed and chopped
Chopped cilantro {to taste, optional}
2 just under ripe avocados, diced

DRESSING: 
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 tablespoon ranch seasoning
1/2 tablespoon taco seasoning
salt & pepper, to taste

In a large bowl, stir all salad ingredients together except the avocado.  In a separate bowl, stir dressing ingredients together until smooth.  When ready to serve, toss salad with enough dressing to moisten, then gently stir in avocado.  Top with crushed tortilla chips {optional}.

Blessings!

Blessed

 

Blessed are all who fear the LORD,

who walk in obedience to him.”

Psalm 128:1

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