11.14: We are No Longer Slaves to Sin Because of the Redemption of Jesus

When I wrote my novel, Deo Volente: God Willing,  I did a lot of research on slavery in the Roman Empire. Slaves at that  time were mostly people captured from all the lands the Romans  conquered. What’s different from first century slavery than slavery in  early American history and the human trafficking slave trade that goes  on now, is that a slave could be freed if one paid a sum of money for  the person. That’s called redemption. They were redeemed for usually 500  denarii. A denarius was a day’s wages. So, someone had to work 500 days  to redeem a slave. What Jesus Did for You and Me Paul explains it very nicely in the Book of Romans… Keep reading in my blog where there are links to dig deeper.... If you want to reap all the benefits of salvation including the 1-way, non-stop ticket to Heaven then… Believe. Repent. Be Baptized. Receive the Holy Spirit.  Pray this prayer humbly and wholeheartedly… “Dear Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe You died for my sins. Please forgive me. Right now, I turn from my sins and open the door of my heart and my life to you. I confess You as my personal Lord and Savior. I surrender my whole life to you and I will follow you for the rest of my life. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me. In Jesus' name, Amen.” Jesus is coming back soon! Are you ready? Soli Deo Gloria — To God Alone Be the Glory! This is a daily podcast, published each evening.  Hit the subscribe button so you don’t miss out!  And please share this with your friends.