Ephesians 1:7 In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace; I. WHO ARE THE SUBJECTS OF THIS REDEMPTION? "We" who were chosen in Christ to be holy; "we" who have believed and trusted in Christ. Redemption, though offered to all, is actually bestowed only on those who repent and believe. II. WHAT IS THE NATURE OF THIS REDEMPTION? It is the redemption of the soul from the guilt of sin by pardon. III. THE WAY AND MANNER, IN WHICH BELIEVERS BECOME PARTAKERS OF THIS PRIVILEGE. "Through the blood of Christ." IV. THE FOUNTAIN FROM WHICH OUR REDEMPTION FLOWS. "The riches of His grace." (J. Lathrop, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace; |
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