Christ JESUS our All-Sufficient Ransom
"... Who gave Himself a ransom for all, to be testified in due time." —I Timothy 2:6 [KJV] The gospel is quite sufficient to answer every objection, and to silence every cavil against salvation by Christ. This sacred oracle we are to consult day after day. Do we ask, Why are any sinners saved? It assures us God hath loved them; this is the cause. If we enquire how God doth save them? It tells us, It is in a way of strict justice, consistent with the honor of God's law, the perfection of His righteousness, holiness, and truth. Therefore redemption is, by stipulated price, the blood of the covenant, the precious blood of Christ as a Lamb without spot. Do we seek to know who are the redeemed of the Lord? Jesus assures us "He gave His life a ransom for many." — Matthew 20:28 —even for ALL whom the Father hath given Him. The word of God mentions no one in particular; but sets forth salvation in general and extensive terms—it is exactly suited to the most vi...