In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace

— Ephesians 1:7

Therefore Christ is the mediator of a new covenant, so that those who are called may receive the promised eternal inheritance, now that He has died to redeem them from the transgressions committed under the first covenant.

— Hebrews 9:15

[The Lord Jesus Christ] who gave Himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father,

— Galatians 1:4

18 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 you inherited from your forefathers,

19 but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or spot.

–1 Peter 1:18-19

Thoughts on Today’s Reading

Peace and joy from Jesus Christ to you!

Praise the Lord! Jesus our compassionate Savior offers life to the full. When He sees people enslaved by their sins and seeking fleeting satisfaction, Jesus is eager to deliver people out of the bondage. In Jesus’ sight, even broken sinners are very precious and need “redemption.” He would graciously give His time, His love, and His own life to save humans. The term “redemption” comes from the ancient world of commerce where enslaved people were bought and sold. We thank the Lord that Jesus has purchased or redeemed us from sin’s slavery.

Jesus died in our place. His blood frees us from sin’s penalty, sin’s power and ultimately sin’s presence. Jesus transforms our lives, declaring us righteous in His sight. The apostle Peter advanced this truth of redemption and said, “It was not with perishable things such as silver and 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.” At the moment of our redemption, we are redeemed from our sin’s penalty and our empty lives and we belong to Jesus who loves us to the uttermost.