In Ephesians 1:3-14, Paul describes spiritual blessings and mentions redemption through Christ's blood. What specific word does Paul use in verse 7 to describe the forgiveness of sins?
Paul specifically uses the term 'redemption' (apolytrosis in Greek) in Ephesians 1:7 to describe the forgiveness of sins through Christ's blood. This term emphasizes the ransom or liberation aspect of salvation.
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“But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
— Romans 5:8 (NIV)