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Redemption is a central theme in Christian theology, representing the deliverance from sin and its consequences through the sacrificial death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Those who partake in this redemption are assured of their salvation and are sealed by the Holy Spirit until the day of final redemption.

Biblical Foundation

The concept of being sealed for the day of redemption is rooted in several key passages of Scripture. In Ephesians 1:13-14 , the Apostle Paul writes, "And in Him, having heard and believed the word of truth—the gospel of your salvation—you were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, who is the pledge of our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession, to the praise of His glory." This passage highlights the role of the Holy Spirit as a seal, a mark of authenticity and ownership, guaranteeing the believer's future inheritance.

Similarly, Ephesians 4:30 admonishes believers, "And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, in whom you were sealed for the day of redemption." This verse underscores the permanence and security of the believer's salvation, emphasizing that the Holy Spirit's seal is a divine assurance of redemption.

Theological Significance

The sealing of the Holy Spirit signifies several important theological truths. First, it represents God's ownership and protection of the believer. Just as a seal in ancient times denoted authority and authenticity, the Holy Spirit's seal confirms the believer's identity as a child of God. This divine seal is not merely a temporary mark but an eternal guarantee of the believer's salvation and future glorification.

Second, the sealing of the Holy Spirit serves as a pledge or down payment of the believer's inheritance. In 2 Corinthians 1:21-22 , Paul states, "Now it is God who establishes both us and you in Christ. He anointed us, placed His seal on us, and put His Spirit in our hearts as a pledge of what is to come." This pledge assures believers that their redemption is secure and that they will one day fully experience the promises of God.

Practical Implications

For those who partake in redemption, the sealing of the Holy Spirit provides profound comfort and assurance. It assures believers that their salvation is not dependent on their own efforts but is secured by God's unchanging promise. This assurance encourages believers to live in a manner worthy of their calling, knowing that their ultimate redemption is guaranteed.

Furthermore, the knowledge of being sealed for the day of redemption motivates believers to pursue holiness and avoid grieving the Holy Spirit. As Paul exhorts in Ephesians 4:30, believers are called to live in a way that honors the Spirit's presence in their lives, reflecting the transformative power of redemption.

Conclusion

The sealing of the Holy Spirit for the day of redemption is a profound aspect of the believer's salvation experience. It signifies God's ownership, protection, and promise of future glorification. This divine seal provides assurance and motivation for believers to live faithfully, knowing that their redemption is secure in Christ.

Torrey's Topical Textbook

Ephesians 4:30
And grieve not the holy Spirit of God, whereby you are sealed to the day of redemption.
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Ephesians iv. 25-27
... For as sweet ointment gives grace to them that partake of it ... in whom ye were sealed
unto the day of redemption.". ... not man, but God:" and how cutting they are here ...
/.../homily xiv ephesians iv 25-27.htm

Completion Op the Fifth Continental Journey.
... souls to Him, that they might partake of spiritual ... on the Fall, Regeneration and
Redemption, True Faith ... is a great movement among the Catholics; they have need ...
/.../chapter xvii completion op the.htm

An Essay on the Scriptural Doctrine of Immortality.
... other; so that the class that will partake of "the ... in this life "sealed" unto the
day of redemption (Revelation 7 ... said of these chosen ones that they "lived and ...
/.../an essay on the scriptural.htm

Saved by Grace;
... sealed by the Holy Spirit of God unto the day of redemption (verse 12-14 ... of grace,
and that before the world began; therefore, that they may partake of all ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/saved by grace.htm

Demonstration vi. --Of Monks.
... day of judgment He may cause us to partake of His ... Spirit whereby ye have been sealed
unto the day of redemption. ... that are born of the flesh, until they come to ...
/.../aphrahat/aphrahat select demonstrations/demonstration vi of monks.htm

Jeremy Taylor -- Christ's Advent to Judgment
... are also the fruits of His first love and prosecutions of our redemption. ... to a fight,
or a fly unto a candle; and therefore they that did partake with us ...
/.../various/the worlds great sermons vol 2/jeremy taylor christs advent.htm

The First vision "In Heaven": Chapters 4-5
... Romans 8:19-21 makes the whole creation to partake of the ... in connection with the
Lamb, and the Book, they sing together ... v.9, 10), their theme being Redemption. ...
/.../bullinger/commentary on revelation/the first vision in heaven .htm

Letter xx. Self-Examination.
... of God, whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption.". ... mentioned in a much less
degree than they are here ... what is requisite to enable us to partake of this ...
/.../letter xx self-examination.htm

The Westminster Confession of Faith. AD 1647.
... of the grace of adoption; [1357] by which they are taken ... as by a father; [1366] yet
never cast off, [1367] but sealed to the day of redemption, [1368] and ...
/.../the westminster confession of faith.htm

A New Years Message
... whom death takes away from the only sort of work that they are fit ... 'Corporeity is
the end of man.' Body, soul, and spirit partake of the redemption of God. ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture a/a new years message.htm