Redemption

 Redemption

guest blog by Gary Riedel

S - Scripture

Ephesians 1:7 In Him we have Redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace.

O -Observation Redemption means being saved from sin, or gaining the possession of something by payment of a debt. That’s a dictionary definition but also absolutely what takes place in the blood bought Redemption that Jesus purchased for us. Notice it’s the forgiveness of 

our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace. The blood of Jesus paid the ransom for our debt of sin, but it’s not because of our efforts, but by the riches of God’s Grace. God is so good and gracious that He sent His only Son to Redeem us by death on the cross. 

A - Application

We must never underestimate the lavish richness of God’s Grace. God chose us 1 Peter 2:9 to

proclaim the excellencies of His marvelous light; Grace, Redemption, Salvation are a few of the excellencies of our generous God. There is no one like Him! Exodus 20:3 You shall have no other God’s before me! That’s a very good reminder that God wants our all because He gave His all, for our Redemption!

P - Prayer: Gracious Father, living for You, means being a recipient of Your grace, a thankful recipient of your Redemption, help us to surrender to Your plan for our life. In Jesus Name, Amen