The Purpose for Redemption, part 2 of Redemption Through the Scriptures, shows how our redemption story is one of reunion. The Father calls His people back—not just to obedience but to closeness, joy, and shared purpose. Imagine a friendship where every act of love, service, and worship becomes a joint project with God. That’s the essence of redemption: not rules, but relationship; not independence, but divine cooperation. The closer we walk with Him, the more fruitful our lives become.

The Old Covenant, though sacred, was hindered by human sin. The New Covenant surpasses it by transforming hearts:

Old Covenant vs New Covenant
• Law on stone → Law on hearts
• Forced obedience → Joyful surrender
• Distance from God → Close fellowship
• Sin remembered → Sin forgiven

Study Questions

1. What does it mean that God “brought you to Myself” (Exodus 19:4)?

2. Compare the “Me Plan” and the “God Plan.” Which most reflects your spiritual outlook?

3. How does the New Covenant transform our relationship with God?

4. In what ways can you “abide” in Christ daily?

5. What kinds of spiritual fruit might naturally grow from intimacy with God?

6. How does understanding redemption change your view of service and worship?


Exodus 12:35-36 Reparation or Reward? (Part 1 of 4)

Part 1 (of 2) teaches and defends the Egyptian wealth transfer to the Israelites in Exodus 12:35-36 as an undeserved reward, a display of God’s favor, rather than reparations or repayment. Part 2 provides a fuller examination of reparations. People increasingly hijack Exodus 12:35-36 to support societal reparation, social justice, and Critical Race Theory.