Stand on Solid Ground

"One of the things being talked about these days is freedom. What does freedom look like from God's vantage point? Regardless of what government system you live under, you are free to love. Paul talks about freedom in Galatians 5 "For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. ... For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself.'" Galatians 5:1,13-14 * Does God use trials like COVID-19 to draw us near to him? Acts 17:26-27 * Can you please explain the parable of the fig tree? * What is the significance of Moses and Elijah chatting to Jesus on the mountain?