How does Christ's redemptive work relate to His sheep?
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Christ's redemptive work qualifies His sheep for eternal life by paying the penalty for their sins through His sacrificial death.
The redemptive work of Christ is at the heart of salvation for His sheep, the chosen people. In John 10:11, Jesus declares, "I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep," highlighting that His sacrificial death is uniquely for those whom He has chosen. This verse indicates that the sheep are not redeemed by their own efforts but through the atoning sacrifice of Christ. Furthermore, in Acts 20:28, Paul reminds us that the church of God was purchased with His own blood. Thus, Christ’s work ensures that those who are His people are qualified to inherit eternal life, as He bears the burden of their sin and guilt.
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