1 Peter 1:17-21 And if you call on the Father, who without respect of persons judges according to every man's work… I. IT IS A REDEMPTION FROM BAD CHARACTER. 1. Sin is a worthless life. A vain conversation. 2. It is a worthless life transmitted. II. IT IS A REDEMPTION BY A COSTLY SACRIFICE. 1. By the sacrifice of a life. 2. By the sacrifice of a most perfect life. III. IT IS A REDEMPTION ORDAINED BEFORE ALL TIME. 1. Unsought. 2. Unmerited. 3. Absolutely free. (D. Thomas, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: And if ye call on the Father, who without respect of persons judgeth according to every man's work, pass the time of your sojourning here in fear: |
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