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In the Christian faith, the concept of redemption is central to understanding God's deliverance and salvation. Redemption is often seen as God's intervention to rescue His people from various forms of trouble, whether physical, spiritual, or emotional. The Bible provides numerous instances and promises of God's redemptive power, emphasizing that He is a refuge and deliverer for those who trust in Him.

Old Testament Foundations

The Old Testament lays the groundwork for understanding redemption as deliverance from trouble. In the Psalms, David frequently calls upon God for rescue from his adversaries and personal distress. Psalm 34:17 states, "The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears; He delivers them from all their troubles." This verse highlights the assurance that God listens to the cries of the righteous and acts to save them from their afflictions.

The Exodus narrative is a profound example of redemption from trouble. God delivers the Israelites from the bondage of Egypt, showcasing His power and faithfulness. Exodus 6:6 declares, "Therefore tell the Israelites: 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." This act of redemption is a foreshadowing of the ultimate redemption through Christ.

Prophetic Promises

The prophets also speak of God's redemptive work. Isaiah 43:1 reassures, "But now, thus says the LORD, He who created you, O Jacob, and He who formed you, O Israel: 'Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine.'" This passage emphasizes God's personal and protective relationship with His people, promising redemption from fear and trouble.

New Testament Fulfillment

In the New Testament, redemption is fulfilled through Jesus Christ. The troubles from which humanity needs redemption are not only physical but also spiritual, including sin and separation from God. Ephesians 1:7 states, "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace." This verse underscores the belief that Christ's sacrificial death provides redemption from sin, offering believers a restored relationship with God.

The Apostle Paul further elaborates on this theme in Colossians 1:13-14 : "He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins." Here, redemption is portrayed as a transfer from the realm of darkness to the kingdom of Christ, highlighting the comprehensive nature of God's deliverance.

Practical Implications

For believers, the assurance of redemption from all troubles is a source of hope and strength. Romans 8:28 provides comfort, stating, "And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose." This promise assures Christians that God is actively working in their lives, even amidst trials, to bring about His redemptive purposes.

The call to trust in God's redemptive power is echoed in 1 Peter 5:7 : "Cast all your anxiety on Him, because He cares for you." This invitation to rely on God's care and deliverance is a reminder of His constant presence and willingness to redeem His people from all forms of trouble.

Conclusion

The biblical narrative consistently portrays God as a redeemer who delivers His people from all troubles. From the Old Testament accounts of deliverance to the New Testament fulfillment in Christ, redemption is a testament to God's unwavering love and faithfulness. Believers are encouraged to trust in God's redemptive power, finding peace and assurance in His promises.

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Psalm 25:22
Redeem Israel, O God, out of all his troubles.
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Plenteous Redemption
... Remember, again, that this "plenteous redemption" is plenteous ... for all the distresses
of all the saints ... Your troubles are almost unutterable; but this atonement ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 7 1861/plenteous redemption.htm

Prayer and Trouble
... with God's hand in it or on it, carrying out His gracious designs of redemption. ...
us not lose sight of the tribute paid to Job when all his troubles came to ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/bounds/the essentials of prayer/v prayer and trouble.htm

Faith
... all the outward means, whereby Christ communicateth to us the benefits of redemption. ...
It is a catholicon, or remedy against all troubles; a sheet anchor cast ...
//christianbookshelf.org/watson/the ten commandments/4 1 faith.htm

The Supremacy of Christ
... There is redemption for us through His blood. ... The true solution of all labor troubles
is that men should regard each other as brethren under the ...
/.../sell/bible studies in the life of paul/study ix the supremacy of.htm

Sermon for the Twelfth Sunday after Trinity
... and there was no prophet who could tell when the redemption might come ... that, God
would bear us up at all times in all our sorrows and troubles, and God ...
/.../xxii sermon for the twelfth.htm

"There is Therefore Now no Condemnation to them which are in ...
... We recount amongst our miseries, only some afflictions and troubles, as poverty ... is
therefore called "the day of complete" redemption, and then all sin, all ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/sermon i there is therefore.htm

Psalm CXI.
... themselves to bear the burden of troubles, have entered as ... For "all His commandments
are true;" [5001] He ... and repose there; since "He sent redemption unto His ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm cxi.htm

Assurance
... 6. The application of redemption 6. Assurance. ... a settled assurance of the state of
my soul, and know that God is mine, I can laugh at all troubles, and nothing ...
//christianbookshelf.org/watson/a body of divinity/6 assurance.htm

De Profundis.
... is mercy, and with Him is plenteous redemption; and He shall deliver His people
from all their sins.". ... bring them into fresh and needless troubles; and which ...
/.../kingsley/westminster sermons/sermon xxiii de profundis.htm

'All Spiritual Blessings'
... Father of Lights is light, the sorrows and troubles that He ... the gift was complete
in the act of redemption when He ... but gave Him up unto the death for us all. ...
/.../expositions of holy scripture ephesians peter/all spiritual blessings.htm