+DEV+ R – Redemption through Christ

Date: October 1, 2009 9:23 PM
Topic: +DEV+ R – Redemption through Christ

R – Redemption through Christ

“You know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed . . . but with the precious blood of Christ, the lamb without blemish or defect.” (1 Peter 1:18-19)
Scripture Focus: Hebrews 9:11-14

Who did the first killing in the Bible? Most say “Cain,” but actually he was the third to do so. First was God, who killed an animal to provide skin garments for Adam and Eve after their sins (and probably to provide sacrifices—Genesis 3:21). Second was Abel, who offered an animal sacrifice to God, while Cain’s substitution of a vegetable offering was rejected. Third was Cain, who killed his brother.

Adam and Eve’s first two children exemplify two ways to approach our holy God—His way and our way. God has made it clear that sinful humans can only approach Him with a blood sacrifice on their behalf. Everyone who has ever lived since has followed either Abel or Cain. To be independent and trust in our own goodness to win God’s acceptance is to be like Cain. Be assured that God will reject any “Plan B.”

To trust in the perfect sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross as our substitute merits God’s favor, for this is the plan of redemption He has appointed.

Insight: What or whom are you trusting for your eternal salvation?

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