He is so rich in kindness and grace that he purchased our freedom with the blood of his Son and forgave our sins.- Ephesians 1:7 NLT

Imagine that you are caged up like an animal. The guard is mean and doesn’t let you bathe or eat or use the washroom. Your clothes are grimy, and the smell is disgusting. The other people in the cage are angry too and fight with you constantly. Day after day, year after year, you are in despair, wishing you could get free. But you know there’s no hope of earning your freedom.

One day, a handsome king walks into the prison. You overhear him say your name to the guard and give him something. The king catches your eye and smiles reassuringly.

Reluctantly, the guard unlocks the door and motions you out. The king takes your hand and hugs you. “I paid for your freedom with the prince’s life,” he murmurs. “I want to forgive you for all you’ve done wrong and adopt you as my child. Will you accept my gift of freedom and forgiveness?”

What will you choose?

Thank you dear Lord that you paid for my freedom with your son Jesus’ blood. Help me not to take it for granted. Thank you for forgiving me for all my wrongdoing. Help me to live every day with your power.

Throughout this day: If you have never accepted the King’s wonderful gift, confess your sins to him and be set free. If you have already become a part of his family, then pray for someone who needs to be set free from sin.

https://thelife.com/devotionals/paid-by-the-prince (originally published Nov.19/25)

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