World Upside Down

What Does "Redemption" Mean? | Dr. T. Desmond Alexander | S2E6


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Is redemption just forgiveness, or far more? Dr. T. Desmond Alexander traces the Exodus Passover pattern, showing how it restores access to God’s presence and anticipates Christ. Along the way, he explains why redemption includes the renewal of creation—fueling real Christian hope.


Timestamps
00:00 — Opening & Guest Intro
01:12 — Exodus: From Oppression to God’s Presence (Tabernacle's Goal)
03:02 — What is a Priest?
04:43 — Firstborn & Levites as Substitutes (Exod 13; Num 3, 8)
08:01 — Passover Pattern: Ransom, Purification, Consecration
14:05 — Jesus as the Passover Lamb (John, Revelation)
20:05 — “Royal Priesthood”: Access Now, Glory Not Yet (1 Pet 2)
24:02 — Justification as Ransom (“Redeem” Verbs: ga’al & pādâ)
26:34 — Beyond Verdict: Cleansed & Made Holy
29:03 — Biblical Theology vs. Systematic Theology
36:07 — Advice to Pastors: Keeping Christ Central
39:04 — Redemption of Creation (Isaiah; Rev 21–22)
46:10 — Beginning of New Creation in Christ
49:15 — Pastors: Model Reading Scripture; Teach the Big Story
52:05 — Wrap Up

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