Redemption through his blood

In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace; (Ephesians 1:7) *1/ Our need. 2/ In whom is this redemption and what is its cost? 3/ Who is the "we" who have redemption?* **Sermon summary:** The sermon centers on the profound necessity of redemption and forgiveness through Christ, rooted in the sovereign grace of God revealed in Ephesians 1:7. It unfolds with a pastoral emphasis on the universal human condition—alienated from God by sin and under the just condemnation of the law—illustrated through biblical metaphors of captivity, the Passover, and the kinsman-redeemer in Ruth. The message affirms that redemption is not achieved by human effort but is fully accomplished in Jesus Christ, who, as the eternal High Priest, entered heaven once for all by His own blood, securing eternal salvation and reconciliation with God. The sermon underscores that this redemption is preached to all who hear the gospel, as the Holy Spirit works through the Word to awaken in conviction, faith, and repentance, making believers aware of their identity as those who have been chosen, adopted, and sealed by God's grace. Ultimately, the preacher calls the congregation to rest in the finished work of Christ, trusting daily in His atoning blood, which provides both forgiveness and the assurance of eternal life, all according to the boundless riches of God's grace.