Topical Encyclopedia Redemption is a central theme in Christian theology, referring to the deliverance from sin and its consequences through the sacrificial death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The concept of redemption is deeply rooted in the narrative of the Bible, where Christ is portrayed as the divinely appointed Redeemer sent to restore humanity's broken relationship with God.Old Testament Foreshadowing The idea of redemption is foreshadowed in the Old Testament through various types and symbols. The deliverance of the Israelites from Egyptian bondage is a prominent example, symbolizing God's power to liberate His people. In Exodus 6:6 , God declares, "I am the LORD, and I will bring you out from under the yoke of the Egyptians. I will free you from being slaves to them, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with mighty acts of judgment." The sacrificial system established in the Mosaic Law also prefigures the ultimate redemption through Christ. The sacrifices offered for atonement, particularly the Passover lamb, point to the future sacrifice of Jesus, the "Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world" (John 1:29). Prophetic Anticipation The prophets of the Old Testament anticipated a coming Redeemer who would bring salvation to God's people. Isaiah speaks of a suffering servant who would bear the iniquities of many, a clear prophecy of Christ's redemptive work. Isaiah 53:5 states, "But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed." New Testament Fulfillment In the New Testament, the mission of Jesus Christ is explicitly linked to the concept of redemption. Jesus Himself declared His purpose in Mark 10:45 : "For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many." This statement underscores the sacrificial nature of Christ's mission, emphasizing His role as the Redeemer who pays the price for humanity's freedom from sin. The Apostle Paul elaborates on this theme in his epistles, particularly in Ephesians 1:7 : "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace." Here, Paul highlights the means of redemption—Christ's blood—and its result, the forgiveness of sins, which is a gift of God's grace. Theological Implications Theologically, redemption through Christ is understood as a divine act of grace, where Jesus' death and resurrection accomplish what humanity could not achieve on its own. It involves a legal transaction, where Christ pays the debt of sin, satisfying the demands of God's justice. Romans 3:24-25 explains, "and are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus. God presented Him as the atoning sacrifice through faith in His blood, in order to demonstrate His righteousness." Redemption and the Believer For the believer, redemption is both a present reality and a future hope. It signifies the believer's current status as one who is freed from the bondage of sin and adopted into the family of God. Galatians 4:4-5 states, "But when the time had fully come, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive our adoption as sons." Moreover, redemption points to the ultimate restoration of all creation, as believers await the full realization of God's redemptive plan. Romans 8:23 speaks of this anticipation: "Not only that, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for our adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies." In summary, the sending of Christ to effect redemption is a profound demonstration of God's love and justice, offering salvation and eternal life to all who believe. Through Christ's redemptive work, believers are reconciled to God, liberated from sin, and assured of a future inheritance in His kingdom. Torrey's Topical Textbook Galatians 4:4,5But when the fullness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law, Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Christ, the Believer's Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification and ... Christ Rightly and Properly Said to have Merited Grace and ... The Death of Christ Christ's Need of us and Ours The Cause and the Effect Redemption for Man Lost to be Sought in Christ. God Willing that all Men Should be Saved. Elijah Come Again Book 2 How Christ Performed the Office of Redeemer in Procuring Our ... Resources What are spiritual blessings? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is new covenant theology? | GotQuestions.org What is Mariology? | GotQuestions.org Redemption: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Redemption is by the Blood of Christ Redemption is From: All Iniquity Redemption is From: All Troubles Redemption is From: Destruction Redemption is From: The Bondage of the Law Redemption is From: The Curse of the Law Redemption is From: The Power of Sin Redemption is From: The Power of the Grave Redemption is From: The Present Evil World Redemption is From: Vain Conversation Redemption of Persons or Property Redemption: A Subject for Praise Redemption: Christ is Made, to Us Redemption: Christ Sent to Effect Redemption: Corruptible Things Cannot Purchase Redemption: Manifests The: Grace of God Redemption: Manifests The: Love and Pity of God Redemption: Manifests The: Power of God Redemption: Old Testament Saints Partakers of Redemption: Procures for Us: Adoption Redemption: Procures for Us: Forgiveness of Sin Redemption: Procures for Us: Justification Redemption: Procures for Us: Purification Redemption: Redemption Money Paid to Priests Redemption: Subjects of The Body Redemption: Subjects of The Inheritance Redemption: Subjects of The Life Redemption: Subjects of The Soul Redemption: The Present Life, the Only Season For Redemption: They Who Partake of Alone Can Learn the Songs of Heaven Redemption: They Who Partake of are a Peculiar People Redemption: They Who Partake of are Assured of Redemption: They Who Partake of are First-Fruits to God Redemption: They Who Partake of are Sealed to the Day of Redemption: They Who Partake of are the Property of God Redemption: They Who Partake of are Zealous of Good Works Redemption: They Who Partake of Commit Themselves to God Redemption: They Who Partake of Have an Earnest of the Completion of Redemption: They Who Partake of Praise God For Redemption: They Who Partake of Pray for the Completion of Redemption: They Who Partake of Shall Return to Zion With Joy Redemption: They Who Partake of should be Without Fear Redemption: They Who Partake of should Glorify God For Redemption: They Who Partake of Wait for the Completion of Redemption: They Who Partake of Walk Safely in Holiness Redemption: Typified: Atonement-Money Redemption: Typified: Bond-Servant Redemption: Typified: First-Born Related Terms Redemption-money (3 Occurrences) |
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