REDEEMED THROUGH HIS BLOOD

REDEEMED THROUGH HIS BLOOD

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Ephesians 1:7

Key Verse:
“In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace.” — Ephesians 1:7 KJV

Supporting Texts:
Matthew 26:28; Romans 3:23-25; Romans 5:8-9; 1 Peter 1:18-19; Hebrews 9:12-14; Revelation 5:9-10; Colossians 1:13-14; Revelation 12:11.

Description:
This message reveals the power of Christ’s blood to redeem, forgive, liberate and restore everyone who puts their faith in Him.

INTRODUCTION

Redemption is one of the greatest blessings of the Christian faith. It speaks of being bought back, delivered from bondage and restored to a rightful relationship with God. Humanity was separated from God because of sin, but God, in His infinite love and mercy, provided a way of salvation through the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ. We were not redeemed by silver, gold, human effort or religious activities, but by the precious blood of Christ.

Paul declares in Ephesians 1:7, “In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace.” This verse brings together three powerful realities: redemption, the blood of Christ and forgiveness. Through Christ, the sinner who was condemned can receive pardon; the captive can receive liberty; the separated can be reconciled; and the guilty can stand before God justified.

The blood of Jesus remains central to the Christian message. It is the foundation of our salvation, the evidence of God’s love and the price of our freedom. Whatever bondage sin has created, the blood of Jesus is powerful enough to break it. Therefore, believers must understand the value of the blood, appropriate its benefits by faith and live as people who have been purchased by Christ.

1. REDEMPTION MEANS THAT CHRIST PAID THE PRICE FOR YOUR FREEDOM

Redemption carries the idea of purchasing someone out of bondage by paying a required price. Sin placed humanity under condemnation, but Jesus came to pay the price that we could never pay ourselves. His blood became the ransom for our freedom.

The believer must therefore understand that salvation is not merely an improvement of behaviour; it is deliverance from the dominion and penalty of sin through the finished work of Christ.

a) CHRIST PAID THE PRICE WE COULD NOT PAY [1 Peter 1:18-19]
Peter declares that we were not redeemed with corruptible things such as silver and gold, but with the precious blood of Christ. Human wealth could never purchase salvation because the problem was spiritual and eternal. Jesus paid the price with His own life.

b) CHRIST DELIVERED US FROM THE CURSE OF SIN [Galatians 3:13]
Christ redeemed us from the curse by becoming a curse for us. He took our place so that we could receive the blessing and favour that come through faith in Him. The cross was the place where our condemnation was exchanged for His righteousness.

c) CHRIST BROKE THE POWER OF SATAN OVER THE REDEEMED [Colossians 1:13-14]
God has delivered believers from the power of darkness and translated them into the kingdom of His dear Son. Redemption changes spiritual ownership. You are no longer under the dominion of darkness because Christ has purchased you for Himself.

d) CHRIST HAS GIVEN YOU A NEW SPIRITUAL IDENTITY [2 Corinthians 5:17]
Redemption makes a person a new creation in Christ. Your past may explain where you came from, but it does not determine who you are now. The redeemed person must begin to see himself through the finished work of Christ.

Biblical Example:
The Israelites were delivered from Egyptian bondage through the blood of the Passover lamb. Exodus 12:13 says, “And the blood shall be to you for a token upon the houses where ye are: and when I see the blood, I will pass over you.” Their freedom began with the blood.

2. THE BLOOD OF JESUS BRINGS FORGIVENESS OF SINS

Redemption and forgiveness are inseparably connected. Jesus did not merely purchase our freedom from external bondage; He dealt with the greatest problem of humanity: sin. Through His blood, our sins can be forgiven and our relationship with God restored.

No matter how deep a person's sin may be, the grace of God is greater. The blood of Jesus is sufficient to cleanse the repentant sinner completely.

a) THE BLOOD PROVIDES COMPLETE PARDON [Ephesians 1:7]
Paul clearly connects redemption through Christ's blood with forgiveness of sins. When God forgives, He does not partially forgive. He removes the guilt and restores the repentant person to fellowship with Him.

b) THE BLOOD CLEANSES FROM ALL SIN [1 John 1:7]
John declares that the blood of Jesus Christ cleanses us from all sin. There is no stain too deep for the cleansing power of Christ when a person genuinely repents and believes.

c) THE BLOOD REMOVES CONDEMNATION [Romans 8:1]
Those who are in Christ Jesus are no longer under condemnation. Satan may remind you of your past, but the blood reminds you of Christ's finished work. Your confidence before God rests in Christ, not in your perfection.

d) THE BLOOD RESTORES FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD [Hebrews 10:19–22]
Because of the blood of Jesus, believers can come boldly into God's presence. Sin created separation, but Christ opened the way for fellowship. The redeemed believer does not have to live far from God.

Biblical Example:
The woman who was known as a sinner came to Jesus, wept at His feet and received forgiveness. Her encounter with Christ transformed her life and restored her relationship with God (Luke 7:36-50).

3. THE BLOOD OF JESUS IS THE EVIDENCE OF GOD'S GREAT LOVE

The blood of Christ demonstrates the immeasurable love of God towards humanity. God did not redeem us because we deserved it. He redeemed us because He loved us.

The cross shows us that divine love is not merely expressed in words. God's love was demonstrated through sacrifice. Jesus willingly gave Himself so that sinners could be saved.

a) GOD COMMENDED HIS LOVE THROUGH CHRIST [Romans 5:8]
Paul says that God demonstrated His love towards us while we were still sinners. Christ did not wait for humanity to become worthy before He died. His sacrifice reveals the depth of God's unconditional love.

b) CHRIST LAID DOWN HIS LIFE WILLINGLY [John 10:17-18]
Jesus was not helplessly defeated at the cross. He willingly laid down His life. He had authority to lay it down and authority to take it again. His death was a deliberate act of redemption.

c) THE CROSS REVEALS THE DEPTH OF DIVINE SACRIFICE [John 3:16]
God gave His only begotten Son because of His love for the world. The cross is the greatest demonstration that God desires humanity to be reconciled to Him.

d) THE REDEEMED MUST RESPOND TO GOD'S LOVE [2 Corinthians 5:14-15]
Christ's love should motivate us to live for Him. If Jesus gave Himself for us, we should no longer live selfishly for ourselves. Redemption creates a responsibility to honour the One who redeemed us.

Biblical Example:
The prodigal son experienced the restoring love of his father when he returned home. Though he had wasted his inheritance, his father received him with compassion and restored him to fellowship (Luke 15:20-24).

4. THE BLOOD OF JESUS GIVES THE BELIEVER ACCESS TO GOD

Sin separated humanity from God's presence, but the blood of Jesus opened a new and living way into God's presence. The redeemed are not spiritual outsiders; they have been brought near through Christ.

This access should produce confidence, prayerfulness, worship and intimacy with God.

a) THE BLOOD BRINGS US NEAR TO GOD [Ephesians 2:13]
Paul says that those who were once far away have been made near by the blood of Christ. The blood removes the barrier between God and those who believe.

b) THE BLOOD GIVES BOLDNESS TO ENTER GOD'S PRESENCE [Hebrews 10:19]
Believers can enter the holiest with boldness because of the blood of Jesus. Our confidence is not based on our human righteousness but on Christ's sacrifice.

c) THE BLOOD MAKES FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD POSSIBLE [1 John 1:3]
Through Christ, we can have fellowship with the Father and with other believers. Redemption brings us into a spiritual family where God's presence becomes our dwelling place.

d) THE BLOOD SHOULD PRODUCE A LIFE OF WORSHIP [Hebrews 13:15]
Those who understand what Christ has done will naturally respond with thanksgiving and worship. Our worship should be more than singing; our entire life should honour the One who redeemed us.

Biblical Example:
The veil of the temple was torn when Jesus died (Matthew 27:50-51), signifying that the barrier between God and humanity had been dealt with through Christ's sacrifice.

5. THE BLOOD OF JESUS GIVES US VICTORY OVER THE ACCUSER

Satan is called the accuser of the brethren, but the redeemed have a powerful testimony: the blood of Jesus. The enemy may bring accusations, memories of failure and condemnation, but the finished work of Christ speaks a better word.

The believer must learn to stand confidently upon what Christ has accomplished rather than being controlled by guilt and fear.

a) THE BLOOD SILENCES THE ACCUSATIONS OF THE ENEMY [Revelation 12:10-11]
The saints overcame Satan by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony. The blood establishes the legal basis of our victory over the accusations of the enemy.

b) THE BLOOD SPEAKS A BETTER WORD [Hebrews 12:24]
The blood of Jesus speaks better things than the blood of Abel. Abel's blood cried for justice, but Christ's blood speaks mercy, reconciliation, forgiveness and redemption.

c) THE BLOOD GIVES YOU CONFIDENCE IN SPIRITUAL BATTLE [James 4:7]
The redeemed believer does not have to surrender to Satan. We are called to submit to God and resist the devil. Our victory is grounded in Christ's authority and finished work.

d) YOUR TESTIMONY BECOMES A WEAPON OF VICTORY [Revelation 12:11]
The testimony of what Christ has done strengthens faith and declares the defeat of the enemy. The redeemed should not be ashamed to testify about God's saving power.

Biblical Example:
Job experienced severe accusations and attacks from Satan, yet God ultimately vindicated him and restored him. His story reminds us that the accusations of the enemy do not have the final word (Job 42:10-12).

6. THE REDEEMED MUST LIVE AS PEOPLE WHO BELONG TO CHRIST

Redemption is not merely a blessing to receive; it is a new life to live. If Christ purchased us with His blood, then our bodies, choices, relationships, resources and service should honour Him.

The consciousness of redemption should produce holiness, gratitude, obedience and dedication to God's purposes.

a) YOU BELONG TO CHRIST [1 Corinthians 6:19-20]
Paul teaches that believers are not their own because they were bought with a price. Therefore, we must glorify God in our bodies and in our lives.

b) YOU ARE CALLED TO HOLINESS [1 Peter 1:15-16]
The redeemed life must reflect the character of the Redeemer. Grace does not give permission to continue in sin; grace empowers us to live differently.

c) YOU ARE CALLED TO SERVE GOD [Romans 12:1]
Because of God's mercy, believers are to present their bodies as living sacrifices. Redemption should move us from spectators to servants.

d) YOU ARE CALLED TO PROCLAIM HIS PRAISE [1 Peter 2:9]
The redeemed are called out of darkness into God's marvellous light so that they can declare His praises. Your testimony is part of your assignment.

Biblical Example:
Paul, who once persecuted the Church, became a devoted servant and apostle of Christ after encountering Jesus. His life demonstrates that redemption can transform a persecutor into a powerful instrument for God's kingdom (Acts 9:1-22).

CONCLUSION

You have been redeemed through the precious blood of Jesus Christ. Your salvation was not purchased cheaply; heaven's greatest price was paid for your freedom. Therefore, do not live like a slave when Christ has made you free. Do not live under condemnation when Christ has provided forgiveness. Do not remain in darkness when Christ has translated you into His kingdom.

Today, place your confidence in the blood of Jesus. If you are not yet saved, come to Christ in repentance and faith. If you are already a believer, live consciously as one who has been purchased by Christ. Let your conduct, worship, service, relationships and testimony demonstrate that you belong to Jesus. The blood has spoken, the price has been paid, and in Christ you can walk in redemption, forgiveness, freedom and victory.

PRAYER POINTS

1. Father, thank You for redeeming me through the precious blood of Jesus, in Jesus name.

2. Lord, let the power of the blood of Jesus continually speak for me and my household, in Jesus name.

3. Every power of sin and bondage operating against my life, be broken by the blood of Jesus, in Jesus name.

4. Father, let every accusation of the enemy against my life be silenced by the blood of Jesus, in Jesus name.

5. Lord, cleanse me from every known and unknown sin and make me pure before You, in Jesus name.

6. By the blood of Jesus, let every satanic claim over my life be cancelled completely, in Jesus name.

7. Father, give me grace to live as one who has been purchased by the blood of Christ, in Jesus name.

8. Let the blood of Jesus preserve me, my family, my ministry and everything You have committed into my hands, in Jesus name.

9. Lord, let the victory of the cross manifest in every area of my life, in Jesus name.

10. Father, make me a powerful testimony of Your redeeming grace and saving power, in Jesus name.

PROPHETIC DECLARATIONS

1. You are redeemed through the precious blood of Jesus, and no power of darkness shall reclaim what Christ has purchased.

2. Every chain of sin, bondage and satanic oppression around your life is broken by the power of the blood of Jesus.

3. The blood of Jesus shall speak mercy, favour, protection and victory for you wherever you go.

4. Every accusation raised against you by the enemy shall be silenced by the finished work of Christ.

5. You shall not return to the bondage from which Christ has delivered you; you shall walk in liberty and victory.

6. The power of the blood shall preserve your life, your family, your calling, your possessions and your divine assignment.

7. You shall enjoy the forgiveness, favour, peace and acceptance that come through Christ Jesus.

8. Every door that sin, guilt and condemnation have closed against you shall open by the power of redemption.

9. You shall live as a true representative of Christ, walking in holiness, authority, victory and divine purpose.

10. You shall continually testify that the blood of Jesus has redeemed you, delivered you and brought you into the purposes of God.