Eph 1:7 | NET2full | STEP | In him we have redemption through his blood , the forgiveness of our offenses , according to the riches of his grace

‏ Ephesians 1:7

7 In him ^{▼▼tn Grk “in whom” (the relative clause of v. 7 is subordinate to v. 6). The “him” refers to Christ.} we have redemption through his blood, ^{▼▼sn In this context his blood, the blood of Jesus Christ, refers to the price paid for believers’ redemption, which is the sacrificial death of Christ on the cross.} the forgiveness of our offenses, ^{▼▼tn Or “sins,” focusing on a violation of moral standards.} according to the riches of his grace