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Definition and Scope
Redemption, in the biblical context, refers to the act of being saved from sin, error, or evil. It is a central theme in Christian theology, emphasizing the deliverance from the bondage of sin and the restoration of a right relationship with God. The concept of redemption is deeply rooted in the idea of a ransom being paid to liberate someone from captivity or slavery. In the spiritual sense, this ransom is the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ, which redeems believers from all iniquity.

Biblical Foundation
The Bible presents redemption as a divine initiative, where God, through Jesus Christ, redeems humanity from the power and penalty of sin. Titus 2:14 states, "He gave Himself for us to redeem us from all lawlessness and to purify for Himself a people for His own possession, zealous for good deeds." This verse highlights the purpose of Christ's sacrifice: to redeem believers from all forms of iniquity and to sanctify them for God's service.

Old Testament Foreshadowing
The concept of redemption is foreshadowed in the Old Testament through various laws and narratives. The Passover event (Exodus 12) serves as a powerful symbol of redemption, where the blood of the lamb spared the Israelites from the plague of death, prefiguring Christ's redemptive work. Leviticus 25:47-49 outlines the laws of redemption for property and individuals, illustrating the principle of a kinsman-redeemer, which finds its ultimate fulfillment in Christ.

New Testament Fulfillment
In the New Testament, redemption is fully realized through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Ephesians 1:7 declares, "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace." This passage underscores the belief that redemption is achieved through the sacrificial blood of Christ, which cleanses believers from all sin.

Theological Implications
Redemption from all iniquity implies a comprehensive liberation from sin's dominion. It encompasses both justification and sanctification. Justification refers to the legal declaration of righteousness before God, while sanctification involves the ongoing process of being made holy. Romans 6:18 affirms, "You have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness." This transformation is a testament to the power of redemption in the believer's life.

Practical Application
The doctrine of redemption calls believers to live in the freedom and purity that Christ has secured. It encourages a life of holiness, gratitude, and service. 1 Peter 1:18-19 reminds Christians, "For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect." This awareness of the cost of redemption motivates believers to forsake sin and pursue righteousness.

Conclusion
Redemption from all iniquity is a profound and transformative aspect of the Christian faith. It signifies the complete and gracious work of God in delivering believers from the power of sin and restoring them to a life of holiness and service. Through the redemptive work of Christ, believers are called to live as a people set apart for God's glory, reflecting His love and righteousness in the world.

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Psalm 130:8
And he shall redeem Israel from all his iniquities.
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Titus 2:14
Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify to himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.
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Library

Note G. 'Freed' and 'Possessed' --The Twofold Result of Redemption ...
... You must have a clear apprehension of the second part of redemption, by that same ...
He gave Himself that He might redeem us from all iniquity"not that we might ...
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Zealous of Good Works
... for us, that redeemed us from all iniquity, that cleansed ... Let us, in opposition to
all that nature or ... it as an integral part of our redemption"Christ Himself ...
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In the Work of the Redemption of Man, not Only the Mercy, but Also ...
... In the work of the Redemption of man, not only the mercy ... is not fitting for the son
to bear the iniquity of the ... For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall ...
/.../some letters of saint bernard abbot of clairvaux/chapter vi in the work.htm

Of Certain Special Favours Exercised by the Divine Providence in ...
... being all wise, all mighty, and all good, wished ... his liking; and therefore he willed
his redemption to be ... time came, the torrent of original iniquity rushed to ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter vi of certain special.htm

Christ, the Believer's Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification and ...
... of uncleanness, and of iniquity into iniquity, are now ... come in sheep's clothing:
but the redemption spoken of in ... text, will free your souls from all anxiety on ...
/.../christ the believers wisdom righteousness.htm

"That the Righteousness of the Law Might be Fulfilled in Us,"
... i.10,) but also, and that especially, to redeem us from all iniquity, that we might ...
But truly if this were all, it were not complete redemption, if there ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/sermon xv that the righteousness.htm

But Though Prayer is Properly Confined to Vows and Supplications.. ...
... Thus Hosea, speaking of the future redemption of the Church, says, "Take away all
iniquity, and receive us graciously; so will we render the calves of our lips ...
/.../of prayer--a perpetual exercise of faith/chapter 28 but though prayer.htm

Our Inheritance
... until the redemption of the purchased possession, unto the praise of his glory.".
"Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and ...
//christianbookshelf.org/byers/sanctification/chapter v our inheritance.htm

Hopkinsians.
... comprehended in this fruitful source of all iniquity"self-love ... The Judge of all the
earth cannot but do ... the free grace of God, through the redemption which is ...
//christianbookshelf.org/hayward/the book of religions/hopkinsians.htm

Fourth Sunday after Trinity Redemption of the Creatures.
... sinful, as these; not given to iniquity and disobedience ... or death; bodies delivered
from all physical and ... Thus may we finally realize our glorious redemption. ...
/.../luther/epistle sermons vol iii/fourth sunday after trinity redemption.htm