You must
know (recognize) that you were redeemed (ransomed) from the useless
(fruitless) way of living inherited by tradition from [your]
forefathers, not with corruptible things [such as] silver and gold, But
[you were purchased] with the precious blood of Christ (the Messiah),
like that of a [sacrificial] lamb without blemish or spot. 1 Peter 1:18-19
It is on me to recognize my redemption and ransom bought with the price of the blood of Jesus.
-- Man's natural way is useless - fruitless.
-- It is only through the Holy Spirit that I can live in the fruit of the Spirit - it is my choice.
The precious blood of the lamb - there is power, power, holy working power - this hymn comes to me from verse 19. He was a perfect man, no sin, no temptation overcame Him. And for they joy of completing His Father's work He obeyed. Precious indeed.
What temptation am I giving into? What fruitless acts are consuming my time? Where do I need to submit in obedience?
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