What other scriptures emphasize redemption through Jesus' blood? A Rich Redemption (Ephesians 1:7) “In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace.” Why the Blood Matters – Blood is the price God Himself paid. – It satisfies divine justice and secures forgiveness. – It brings us near, cleanses, and keeps on cleansing. Gospel Foundations – Matthew 26:28 — “This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.” – Mark 14:24 — “This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many.” – Luke 22:20 — “This cup is the new covenant in My blood, which is poured out for you.” Paul’s Letters: Redemption Proclaimed • Romans 3:24-25 — “God presented Him as the atoning sacrifice through faith in His blood…” • Romans 5:9 — “Since we have now been justified by His blood, how much more shall we be saved from wrath through Him!” • Colossians 1:20 — “…making peace through the blood of His cross.” • Acts 20:28 — “…the church of God, which He purchased with His own blood.” Hebrews: Once-for-All Sufficiency • Hebrews 9:12 — “He entered the Most Holy Place once for all by His own blood, thus securing eternal redemption.” • Hebrews 9:14 — “How much more will the blood of Christ… purify our consciences from dead works…” • Hebrews 10:19 — “We have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus.” • Hebrews 13:12 — “Jesus also suffered… to sanctify the people by His own blood.” • Hebrews 13:20 — “…through the blood of the eternal covenant…” Peter & John: Precious and Purifying • 1 Peter 1:18-19 — “You were redeemed… with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot.” • 1 John 1:7 — “The blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin.” Revelation: Eternal Celebration • Revelation 1:5 — “To Him who loves us and has released us from our sins by His blood…” • Revelation 5:9 — “…by Your blood You purchased for God those from every tribe and tongue and people and nation.” • Revelation 7:14 — “…they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.” Living in the Good of Redemption – The blood has already secured our forgiveness. – It continually gives us bold access to God. – It unites believers from every culture into one redeemed family. |
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