Saved From Emptiness | Part 3

Kyle Stewart
Sep 9, 2025
3 min read

The Blood of Redemption: Unquestionable Freedom

Scripture: Matthew 26:27 & John 8:36

Delivered From Emptiness

We were all born into emptiness—an inheritance of brokenness that began with the fall in the Garden of Eden. But Jesus came so that we could experience life in abundance, to the full, until it overflows (John 10:10 AMP).

This fullness comes only through His blood, shed in seven different places, each declaring God’s complete work of salvation in our lives.

In this message, we focus on the blood of Redemption—the second place where Jesus shed His blood, when He was scourged 39 times on His back (Matt. 27:26).

What Redemption Really Means

The word Redemption (Greek: Apolutrosis) means “to buy back” or “to repurchase what was lost.”

Apo = away from
Lytron = ransom price to free a slave

Jesus’ blood paid the price to take us from slavery to sin into true freedom as children of God.

Redemption means:

From slave to free
From brokenness to healing
From religion to relationship
From emptiness to abundant life

Freedom From Bondage

“So if the Son makes you free, you will be unquestionably free.” (John 8:36 AMP)

Bondages—whether addiction, lust, alcohol, gambling, or even hidden strongholds—steal from the abundant life God intends for us. Redemption through Jesus is not partial freedom; it is complete freedom.

As believers, we must continually apply the blood of redemption over our lives so we don’t slip back into old chains.

Freedom From Religion

“For Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law.” (Gal. 5:1 NLT)

Religion cannot save us. The law revealed humanity’s sin and separation from God. Only Jesus’ blood tore the veil, giving us direct access to the Father’s presence (Matt. 27:51).

Redemption means living not by rituals but by relationship—walking daily with Jesus as our Redeemer.

Redemption Brings Healing

Isaiah prophesied: “By His stripes we are healed” (Isaiah 53:5 AMP).

Redemption restores us in spirit, soul, and body. It is God’s answer to the brokenness of sin. Where sin brought death, Jesus’ blood brings wholeness, restoration, and abundant life (3 John 1:2).

Living as a Kingdom of Priests

Revelation 5:9–10 reminds us that through His blood, Jesus ransomed us to become a Kingdom of priests for our God.

Redemption is not just about freedom from sin—it is about stepping into our Kingdom purpose. We are called to live as priests in the world, bringing God’s light, truth, and healing wherever we go.

Reflection for Cell Leaders

Redemption & Freedom
- What bondages keep believers from walking in true freedom?
- How can you apply the blood of redemption in prayer over these areas?
Redemption & Religion
- In what ways do people still try to approach God through works instead of grace?
- How can cell members move from religion to relationship?
Redemption & Healing
- Share testimonies of how God’s redemption has brought healing—physical, emotional, or spiritual.
Redemption & Purpose
- What does it mean for us today to live as a Kingdom of priests?
- How can your cell group actively minister this truth in your community?

Final Encouragement

Redemption is more than a doctrine—it’s a daily reality. Jesus’ blood has paid the price, once and for all.The question we must ask ourselves: Am I truly free?

If the Son has set you free, then you are unquestionably free. It’s time to live in that freedom, walk in your purpose, and shine as part of God’s Kingdom.