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The Bible presents redemption as a divine act of grace, where God intervenes to restore a broken relationship with humanity. This entry explores the biblical basis for the need for redemption, examining key scriptural passages and theological themes.<br><br><b>The Fall and Human Sinfulness</b><br><br>The need for redemption is rooted in the narrative of the Fall, as described in <a href="/bsb/genesis/3.htm">Genesis 3</a>. Adam and Eve's disobedience introduced sin into the world, resulting in spiritual death and separation from God. <a href="/romans/5-12.htm">Romans 5:12</a> states, "Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, so also death was passed on to all men, because all sinned." This passage underscores the universality of sin and its pervasive impact on humanity.<br><br>The Old Testament further illustrates human sinfulness and the need for redemption through the history of Israel. Despite being chosen as God's people, Israel repeatedly fell into idolatry and disobedience. The prophets, such as Isaiah, called for repentance and foretold a future redemption. <a href="/isaiah/53-6.htm">Isaiah 53:6</a> declares, "We all like sheep have gone astray, each one has turned to his own way; and the LORD has laid upon Him the iniquity of us all."<br><br><b>The Law and Its Limitations</b><br><br>The Mosaic Law was given to Israel as a guide for righteous living and a means to maintain a covenant relationship with God. However, the Law also highlighted humanity's inability to achieve righteousness through works alone. <a href="/romans/3-20.htm">Romans 3:20</a> explains, "Therefore no one will be justified in His sight by works of the law. For the law merely brings awareness of sin." The Law served as a tutor, pointing to the need for a more profound solution to the problem of sin.<br><br><b>The Promise of a Redeemer</b><br><br>Throughout the Old Testament, God promised a Redeemer who would address the problem of sin and restore humanity's relationship with Him. This promise is first hinted at in <a href="/genesis/3-15.htm">Genesis 3:15</a> , where God speaks of the seed of the woman who will crush the serpent's head. The anticipation of a Messiah is a recurring theme, with prophecies such as <a href="/isaiah/9-6.htm">Isaiah 9:6</a> proclaiming, "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders."<br><br><b>The Fulfillment in Christ</b><br><br>The New Testament reveals Jesus Christ as the fulfillment of the Old Testament promises of redemption. In <a href="/john/1-29.htm">John 1:29</a> , John the Baptist identifies Jesus as "the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world." Jesus' sacrificial death and resurrection are central to the Christian understanding of redemption. <a href="/ephesians/1-7.htm">Ephesians 1:7</a> states, "In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace."<br><br><b>The Role of Faith</b><br><br>Redemption is accessed through faith in Jesus Christ. <a href="/romans/3-22.htm">Romans 3:22-24</a> affirms, "And this righteousness from God comes through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no distinction, for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus." Faith is the means by which individuals receive the gift of redemption and are reconciled to God.<br><br><b>The Ongoing Need for Redemption</b><br><br>While redemption is accomplished through Christ, the need for its application continues in the life of believers. Sanctification, the process of becoming more like Christ, is an ongoing work of redemption in the believer's life. <a href="/philippians/2-12.htm">Philippians 2:12-13</a> encourages believers to "work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act on behalf of His good pleasure."<br><br><b>Conclusion</b><br><br>The need for redemption is a foundational theme in the Bible, addressing the problem of sin and the broken relationship between humanity and God. 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