The truths of REDEMPTION and ATONEMENT are two of the cardinal doctrines of the Christian faith.*Redemption and the atonement are the basis for generation, justification, sanctification, reconciliation, and all the doctrines of grace. Redemption is the grand plan of God, and it covers the work of God in Christ. The Bible is filled with redemption. The theme of all Scripture is Jesus Christ, but the message of the Bible is redemption. Being a Christian, a redeemed person places responsibility and an obligation always to glorify the Father because we have been bought with a price. The price paid for our redemption was the shed blood of Jesus Christ - the only thing and the only person who could redeem sinful man. We must be willing to proclaim His Word, tell of His saving grace, live a life to portray the life of a redeemed person.