Redemption is From: Enemies
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In the biblical narrative, the concept of redemption from enemies is a recurring theme that underscores God's deliverance and protection of His people. This theme is woven throughout the Old and New Testaments, illustrating both physical and spiritual deliverance.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the Israelites frequently faced threats from surrounding nations and peoples. God's intervention to redeem His people from their enemies is a testament to His covenant faithfulness. One of the most prominent examples is the Exodus, where God delivered the Israelites from Egyptian bondage. In Exodus 6:6 , God 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.’"

The Psalms often reflect on God's redemptive power against enemies. Psalm 107:2 states, "Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom He has redeemed from the hand of the enemy." This verse highlights the communal acknowledgment of God's saving acts, encouraging the faithful to remember and proclaim His deliverance.

Prophetic Promises

The prophets also speak of redemption from enemies as part of God's future promises to Israel. In Isaiah 49:25 , God assures His people, "For I will contend with those who contend with you, and I will save your children." This promise extends beyond immediate physical deliverance, pointing to a future hope where God will ultimately defeat all adversaries.

New Testament Fulfillment

In the New Testament, the concept of redemption from enemies takes on a more spiritual dimension. Jesus Christ is portrayed as the ultimate Redeemer who delivers humanity from the greatest enemies: sin, death, and the devil. Colossians 1:13-14 affirms, "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."

The Apostle Paul further elaborates on this theme in Ephesians 1:7 , stating, "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace." Here, redemption is not only from physical enemies but from the spiritual forces that oppose God's people.

Eschatological Hope

The ultimate redemption from enemies is eschatological, pointing to the end times when Christ will return to establish His kingdom fully. Revelation 20:10 describes the final defeat of Satan, the ultimate enemy: "And the devil who had deceived them was thrown into the lake of fire and sulfur, where the beast and the false prophet are. And they will be tormented day and night forever and ever."

In this future hope, believers anticipate a time when all enemies will be vanquished, and God's people will experience complete and eternal redemption. This eschatological vision is a source of encouragement and strength for Christians, affirming that God's redemptive work will culminate in the ultimate victory over all adversaries.
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Psalm 106:10,11
And he saved them from the hand of him that hated them, and redeemed them from the hand of the enemy.
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Jeremiah 15:21
And I will deliver you out of the hand of the wicked, and I will redeem you out of the hand of the terrible.
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Library

Redemption and Protection from Spiritual Enemies.
... Hymns, Book II HYMN 82 Redemption and protection from spiritual enemies. CM Redemption
and protection from spiritual enemies. Arise, my soul, my joyful powers,. ...
/.../watts/the psalms and hymns of isaac watts/hymn 82 redemption and protection.htm

Redemption and Protection from Spiritual Enemies.
... the neglect of the rhyme in the first and third lines of the stanza. Hymn
2:82. Redemption and protection from spiritual enemies. ...
/.../watts/hymns and spiritual songs/hymn 0 140277778 redemption and protection.htm

Psalm 135 Part 2 the Works of Creation, Providence, Redemption of ...
... THE PSALMS OF DAVID PSALM 135 PART 2 The works of creation, providence,
redemption of Israel, and destruction of enemies. v.5-12 LM. ...
/.../watts/the psalms and hymns of isaac watts/psalm 135 part 2 the.htm

Psalm 135:2. 5-12. Second Part. LM The Works of Creation ...
... THE Psalms of David, In Metre. Psalm 135:2. 5-12. Second Part. LM The works of creation,
providence, redemption of Israel, and destruction of enemies. ...
/.../watts/the psalms of david/psalm 135 2 0 5-12 second part.htm

Fourth Sunday after Trinity Redemption of the Creatures.
... Second Sermon. Text: Romans 8, 18-22. REDEMPTION OF THE CREATURES. 1 ... approval.
Meanwhile they regard us as heretics and enemies of God. ...
/.../luther/epistle sermons vol iii/fourth sunday after trinity redemption.htm

Fulfilling of the Law in the Higher Sense. --Particular Examples ...
... And the perfect love of God does not exclude His enemies. How perfect, indeed, must
His love be, to seek the redemption even of His enemies! Footnotes: ...
/.../section 155 fulfilling of the.htm

Christ as Wisdom and Sanctification and Redemption.
... I do not enquire as to His own redemption, for though He was tempted in all things
as we are, He was without sin, and His enemies never reduced Him to captivity ...
/.../origen/origens commentary on the gospel of john/39 christ as wisdom and.htm

You Rejoice to Think, that You Know the True Ground of Your ...
... rejoice to think, that you know the true ground of your redemption; how heaven ... you;
you will have lost all resentment; you will love your enemies; bless them ...
/.../law/the way to divine knowledge/way-3-47 you rejoice to think.htm

On the Effects of the Redemption
... Thus the redemption had two effects, namely, to satisfy God for the offense offered ...
living near us, but all men of every kind and nation"even our enemies. ...
/.../kinkead/baltimore catechism no 4/lesson 10 on the effects.htm

Fifth Day. Holiness and Redemption.
... wonders He proves Himself the Conqueror of their enemies, and then, in the blood
of the Paschal Lamb on their doors, teaches them what redemption is, not only ...
/.../murray/holy in christ/fifth day holiness and redemption.htm

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Redemption is From: All Troubles

Redemption is From: Death

Redemption is From: Destruction

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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 is of God

Redemption of Our Souls

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: Defined

Redemption: Eternal

Redemption: Man Cannot Effect

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: Plenteous

Redemption: Precious

Redemption: Procures for Us: Adoption

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Redemption: Redemption Money Paid to Priests

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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

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Redemption: They Who Partake of Shall Return to Zion With Joy

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Redemption: They Who Partake of should Glorify God For

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Redemption: They Who Partake of Walk Safely in Holiness

Redemption: Typified: Atonement-Money

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