FREEDOMISM: The Truth That Sets Us Free

Some call it egalitarianism. Others call it mutualism. But I call it Freedomism—because at its heart, this is about the freedom Jesus died to give us.

Freedomism is not about tearing down Scripture but living it—fully, truthfully, and in the way Christ intended. It is not cultural rebellion, not a feminist agenda, and not human opinion dressed up as theology.

In God’s spiritual Kingdom, there is no such thing as “women can’t” or “I can’t.” For those who believe, ALL things are possible (Mark 9:23)—and through Christ, we can do ALL things (Philippians 4:13).

Freedomism is the gospel lived out in relationships, marriage, and the church. It is about truth—and it is about freedom.

God’s Original Design

From the very beginning, God created men and women together in His image:

“So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.” (Genesis 1:27)

Both were blessed. Both were commissioned. Both were called to steward and govern creation together. There was no hierarchy, no “he leads, she follows.” Pride, arrogance, and rebellion only came after the fall (Genesis 3:16). But God’s plan has not changed.

Jesus came to proclaim liberty to the captives and to set free those who are oppressed (Luke 4:18). That includes all marginalized groups—especially women and wives who have been silenced, demeaned, discriminated against, excluded, limited, controlled, and abused.

His mission was not only spiritual but also social—overturning systems of domination and calling people into a new community of mutual dignity and freedom as one body.

Paul confirms this new creation reality:

“There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” (Galatians 3:28)

Freedomism is living in what Jesus already accomplished—freedom from control, hierarchy, and oppression.

Freedom From Misused Scripture

Some verses are often quoted to argue that one gender must always lead while another must always submit. But a closer look shows these passages addressed specific pagan issues, not a permanent divine hierarchy.

God’s design, revealed fully in Christ, is mutual and free. The Bible’s message is not about control—it is about love, humility, service, and honor.

“Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.” (Ephesians 5:21)

True submission is mutual, not one-sided. When read through the lens of Christ, Scripture calls all believers to freedom, equality, and mutual respect—not control or fear.

Spiritual abuse happens when anyone twists Scripture to put down, degrade, limit, exclude, or manipulate others—especially women and wives. But God’s Word calls us to love, serve, and honor one another, co-leading by submitting to one another’s spiritual gifts, strengths, and anointing—not gender.

And we must ask ourselves hard questions:

Is there freedom in someone having the last say?

Is there freedom in someone taking away your rights?

Is there freedom in someone ruling over you?

Is there freedom in someone constantly degrading you as less than human?

Is there freedom in someone treating you as their housemaid?I

s there freedom when someone uses misinterpreted Scripture to limit, exclude, and restrain the calling God has placed on your life?

If the answer is no—then it is not Christ’s Kingdom. Because where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. (2 Corinthians 3:17)

Freedom From Fear and Control

Systems built on fear often teach that men must always rule and women must always obey. But God does not lead through fear.

In His Kingdom, discipleship is about training all believers—male and female—to lead and serve (Matthew 28:19). Authority is never about ruling over one another but about stewarding creation and resisting the enemy together (Genesis 1:26–29; Luke 10:19).

The criteria for blessing is simple: obedience to God. That’s when His Word is fulfilled:

“The Lord will make you the head and not the tail. You shall be above only, and not beneath, if you obey the commandments of the Lord your God.” (Deuteronomy 28:13)

People driven by insecurity build their own kingdoms—gathering followers so they can maintain control. But Freedomism calls us to a higher way. True leadership is rooted not in gender, hierarchy, or worldly business systems, but in spiritual gifts, love, humility, Christlike character, and the fruit of the Spirit.

Hierarchy is the pattern of the world, not the design inside Jesus’ Body. Scripture urges us not to conform to the world’s behaviors or customs, but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds (Romans 12:2).

God has not given us a spirit of fear that bows to pride and control or that clings to pride and demands control. He has given us a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind—one that can discern truth, recognize manipulation, and refuse to replicate worldly systems within the Body of Christ (2 Timothy 1:7).

Freedomism breaks those chains:

• Women are free to use their God-given spiritual gifts, strengths, and talents without shame.

• Men are free from the crushing pressure to rule alone. The juice to make wine is found in the cluster, not one grape. Leadership was never meant to rest on one set of shoulders.

• Women are free to choose to stay home to raise their children and be honored—without being treated as housemaids or property.

• Women are valued as image-bearers of God, not as what they can do FOR their spouse.

• Marriages become true partnerships of love, sacrifice, humility, co-leadership, and shared responsibility under Christ.

• Women and men are not legalistic with His Word, because they are able to see every human’s worth through the Father’s heart.

• Women don’t fear God as punisher, condemner, oppressor, but see Him as love, perfect, and just.

  
  

This is not rebellion. This is redemption.

What Freedom Looks Like in Marriage

Too often, marriage is taught as a chain of command—man at the top, woman beneath. But the way of Christ is different. Marriage is not hierarchy; it is mutual surrender to love, walking side by side, never beneath (Deut. 28:13).

In a Freedomism marriage:

• Both lead, both serve. Decisions are made together, through prayer and humility—not by one having “the last say.” Dictatorship is the enemy’s way, not Jesus’.

• Gifts, not roles. Each spouse brings their spiritual gifts, strengths, anointing without shame. Leadership is spiritual - Christlike, not gender-based.

• Love sets the tone. Service flows from love, and Holy Spirit not tradition or control.

• No fear, only safety. Both are free to speak truth in love and be vulnerable.

• Partnership reflects Christ. Husband and wife walk as one—in harmony, not hierarchy—stewarding creation and resisting the enemy together.

  
  

And the criteria is obedience to God. He is the one with “the” authority and “the” leadership in the home. Anything else is idolatry and blasphemy.

When a marriage is rooted in Christlikeness - following Him, His promise is clear:

“The Lord will make you the head and not the tail; you shall be above only, and not beneath.” (Deuteronomy 28:13)

No one is beneath the other in God’s Kingdom. This does not erase differences; it honors them. It does not erase sacrifice; it deepens it. Each lays down pride for the other. Living without the oppression, lies, and manipulation of the enemy - is the freedom Christ taught and provided! He came to set the captives and oppressed free (Luke 4:18-19).

The definition of captive is under the control of another but with the appearance of independence. The definition of oppression is the unjust or cruel exercise of authority or power, a sense of being weighed down. This is Satan’s playbook not God’s design.

The Way of Jesus

Jesus constantly elevated women, honored them, and entrusted them with Kingdom work:

• He taught women as disciples (Luke 10:39).

• He defended women when others condemned them (John 8:11).

• He trusted and commissioned women to proclaim His resurrection (John 20:17–18).

  
  

And He modeled a leadership of service, not hierarchy:

“Whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant… just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve.” (Matthew 20:26–28)

He declared:

“So the last will be first, and the first will be last.” (Matthew 20:16)

In Christ’s Kingdom, hierarchy is flipped upside down. Greatness comes through humility (Matthew 18:4). Leadership is expressed through love and service. Freedomism lives this truth in every relationship.

The Truth That Brings Life

Freedomism is not about fighting culture wars or gender wars—it's about living the gospel.

When men and women walk side by side in mutual love and honor

:• Marriages flourish.

• Divorces decrease

.• Churches thrive.

• And the world sees a living picture of Jesus’ Kingdom—where power is poured out in love, not hoarded in hierarchy or self-centeredness.

“Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:32)

The truth is this: in Christ, no one is called to rule over another. We are called to submit to one another in love, serving through our spiritual gifts and reflecting His image together.

When someone is demeaning, excluding, limiting, abusing, controlling, or exalting themselves, they are reflecting the enemy’s character—not Jesus’.

The idea that “only one can lead” is a worldly mindset, not a Kingdom one. Jesus’ command, “Go into all the world and make disciples,” is a call to leadership for all His children. We are called to raise leaders, not followers.

It is both possible—and deeply biblical—for two mature, Spirit-filled Christians to share leadership, resolve conflict with grace, and build a life of harmony in Christ.

(See my blog on Co-Leadership.)

Conclusion: Freedom in Christ

Freedomism is not about tearing down but building up. Not about rebellion but obedience to King Jesus and being Christlike. Not about grasping power but walking in the power already given through the Spirit to set the captives free.

When we obey God—truly and fully—we walk in His blessing:

“You shall be above only, and not beneath.” (Deuteronomy 28:13)

Freedomism is not compromise with pagan philosophies—it is God’s design restored. It is the freedom of Christ lived out in marriage, leadership, and community.

God does not restrict anyone in marriage or ministry. He calls His sons and daughters into freedom—to lead, to serve, to teach, to love, and to co-labor in His Kingdom.

In Christ, we are free to walk in every spiritual gift He has placed within us, for we can do all things through Him who strengthens us (Philippians 4:13). As Christ is, so am I in this world!

(1 John 4:17).

This is the Kingdom.

This is the truth.

This is freedom!✨

Please share with those who need to hear the truth that sets free.

To learn more about how God’s spiritual Kingdom functions on earth, read my book Life in God’s Kingdom: How to Manifest Heaven on Earth.

Be free to be mighty for Jesus.

In freedom and might,

Jeannette