Bible Dictionary
Redemption
Redemption is the recovery of what was lost by payment of a ransom. Scripture teaches that Christ redeems sinners through his blood, delivering them from sin and its penalty.
Biblical Usage
Scripture presents Christ’s blood and life, surrendered in death, as the ransom by which his people are delivered from the servitude and penalty of sin. Redemption is connected with forgiveness, purchase, sacrifice, and reconciliation to God.
Scripture References
Matthew 20:28
Mark 10:45
Leviticus 19:20
Leviticus 25:51
Exodus 21:30
Numbers 35:31
Numbers 35:32
Isaiah 45:13
Proverbs 6:35
Numbers 3:49
Numbers 18:15
Acts 20:28
1 Corinthians 6:19
1 Corinthians 6:20
Galatians 3:13
Galatians 4:4
Galatians 4:5
Ephesians 1:7
Colossians 1:14
1 Timothy 2:5
1 Timothy 2:6
Titus 2:14
Hebrews 9:12
1 Peter 1:18
1 Peter 1:19
Revelation 5:9