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Theology 202: Biblical Images of Salvation
Lindsay Phelps
Brian Goard
Liberty University
Theology Survey II
THEO 202-D16
11/24/2022
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Theology 202: Biblical Images of Salvation
Since the beginning, God has had the plan to redeem His children. The entire purpose
of Christ's gospel was to make immortality and everlasting life possible. It contains the
incredible creation, the fall of Adam, and the atonement of Jesus Christ, as well as all rules,
commandments, covenants, and teachings given by God. This divine design enables all of
humanity to be elevated and dwell eternally with God. The Scriptures also refer to this
salvation plan as the "pleasure plan" and the "plan of God's benevolence." Jesus Christ is the
Son of the Father who will deliver us from death.
One must pay for or repurchase it to settle a commitment or debt in compensation for
a benefit. A captured person can also be redeemed if rescued or released after a ransom
payment has been made. It is possible for a person to "redeem" himself once they have made
amends for wrongdoing they have committed in the past. In the Old Testament, the notion of
redemption was typified by the law of Moses, which offered a variety of ways for slaves and
possessions to be purchased back from their owners by making a monetary payment in
exchange for their freedom or redemption (Leviticus 25:29–32). They have two options:
either redeem their liberty or pay the price for it.
Each of these explanations highlights a distinct facet of the immense redemption
accomplished by Jesus Christ: "to release from the captivity of sin and repay consequences,
like perhaps by a contribution made for the offender. As per President Boyd K. Packer, "Jesus
Christ is a redeemer, in a capacity to fulfil the needs of justice and grant mercy to the
remorseful. No one can approach the Father except through me, according to Jesus, who
declares this in John 14:6 (Curtis, 2011). According to President John Taylor's doctrine, we
are redeemed because "all power has been given to the Son of God, Jesus Christ."
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The theme of God's redemption of Israel's family from enslavement is echoed
numerous times in the Bible to serve as a reminder of God's greatness and compassion in
liberating Israel's children from the Egyptians. Psalm 49:15 states, "For God will redeem my
soul from the tyranny of the grave," and this "plentiful redemption" God has promised. It is
what the Psalmist was referring to when he composed these words (Psalm 130:7). Everyone
who puts their faith in Christ receives redemption and forgiveness of sins via the power of
Christ's blood. The atoning death of our Savior, Jesus Christ, was necessary to save us from
the shackles of our sinful nature. The triumph over spiritual death is a further result of His
redemption. If we repent, Christ's scars, agony, and death on the cross have atoned for our
sins. Therefore, we might be washed or absolved of our sins through repentance because our
Redeemer paid the ultimate price for sin.
Those who have strayed from the path that leads to Christ have a desperate need for
this salvation, and if they have repented, they are eligible to receive it. Those who strive
diligently to lead virtuous lives also need this salvation since there is no other way of
approaching the Father besides via the Savior. Because of this, the great plan of redemption
meets the ideals of mercy and compassion during the lifetimes of God's children, who are
willing to repent and imitate the example set by Christ. According to Matthew, Jesus said that
he did not come to earth to be served but rather to be the one who serves others and to give
his life as a ransom for many (Matthew 20:28).
Jesus Christ is the Redeemer of the universe because, by his atonement, he rescues us
from the spiritual and bodily death that Adam's sin brought into the world. He gave us the
authority to take responsibility for our actions and choose wisely. Even so, the life we live on
earth will put our faith to the test; we will have to contend with enemies, temptation, trials
and tribulations of life, and sufferings. God was well aware of His spirit descendants' myriad
distinguishing qualities. A means of redemption must get developed so that a wayward man
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can return to God and apologize for his transgressions before the law of God can be
considered legitimate.
Conclusion
There are numerous references to redemption in the Bible, literary works, and life
events. Through the Redeemer, man can alter his nature and gain salvation. Due to
redemption, which includes the bodily death victory for all of God's children, humanity will
be raised in the same manner as the Savior. Christ's doctrine of redemption is indestructible,
and the way to His kingdom is straightforward and narrow. As an illustration of the meaning
of the word "salvation," I decided to use the plan of redemption. Jesus Christ has
demonstrated He is the Father's chosen Redeemer of the World.
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References
Curtis Jr. L. R. (2011). Redemption. Retrieved from:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2011/11/saturday-afternoon-
session/redemption?lang=eng
John 14:6
Leviticus 25:29-32
Matthew 20:28
Psalm 49:15; 130:7
