Redeem, Redeemer, Redemption is used 167 times in the Bible.
The meaning of Redeemer is: One who buys back that which was lost. As I was studying this word, a hymn came to mind. “O, for a thousand tongues to sing my great Redeemer 's praise.” The last verse says: “Hear Him, ye deaf; His praise, ye silent, your loosened tongues employ. Ye blind, behold your Savior come, and leap, ye lame, for joy."
The music draws us to Him, to worship Him. We come closer to Him as we sing songs of love and joy. We feel His love rise up in our hearts. He deserves the honor and the glory!
The word Redeemer encompasses many thoughts. It signifies redemption. Humanity has been lost, living apart from their Creator and the Lover of their souls.
Sacrifices and countless works by man could not restore that fellowship. After years of failures, we can see a bright glimmer of hope in numerous places in the Old Testament.
It says in Isaiah 7:14 “Therefore, the Lord HIMSELF shall give you a sign. Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name, Immanuel. (God with us)
Seven hundred years later the Son is born, and His name is Jesus.
He paid a great price for you and me. He is that Redeemer sent from the throne above. He bled and died to redeem us. He gave His all. Say, YES, I accept Him as my Savior and Redeemer.
When we do we can rejoice in our freedom to follow Him. And joy will fill our souls as we fellowship and walk with Him. He will continue to tell us how much He loves us and desires us.
Another song came to mind as I was writing this. “Pass me not O gentle Savior, do not pass me by.” He will not pass us by. He has been seeking you and me all our lives.
Surrender to Him. Feel His love and grace in your life.
The longer you know your Redeemer the more you will love Him. He IS our great Redeemer and Lover of our soul.
Redeemed forever!
“For I know that my redeemer lives….”Job 19:25
“O Lord, Thou hast pleaded the causes of my soul; Thou hast redeemed my life.” Lamentations 3:58
Written by Joann Turnbull
Photography by Lori Garner
Inspiring Music: YouTube Video
