Scripture Study: The Cross Wasn't Transactional

Scripture (referenced): 2 Corinthians 5:19; Romans 6:23; Acts 20:28; Revelation 5:9; Ephesians 1:7; Colossians 1:14; Romans 3:24–25; 1 Peter 1:18–19; Hebrews 9:12,22; Galatians 3:13; Mark 10:45; Colossians 2:14; 1 Corinthians 6:20
Scripture (inferred): Isaiah 53:4–5; John 1:4–5; Exodus redemption pattern; Ruth 4; Hosea 3; Malachi 3:6; Hebrews 13:8
Themes: restoration over transaction; redemption as release; blood as life not currency; God not requiring payment; cross as victory over death; entering human condition; revelation of the Father; removal of condemnation; belonging and identity; liberation from death and darkness
Keywords: cross not transactional; redemption meaning apolutrosis; blood is life; restoration not payment; freedom not debt; finished work; victory over death; identity in Christ; liberation language; belonging to God