They are referred to in Neh. Reconcilation a change from enmity to friendship. It is mutual, i.e., it is a change wrought in both parties who have been at enmity. So also 2 Cor. This is effected by his justice being satisfied, so that he can, in consistency with his own nature, be favourable toward sinners.
Justice demands the punishment of sinners.
The death of Christ satisfies justice, and so reconciles God to us. This reconciliation makes God our friend, and enables him to pardon and save us. He also drew up papers for the king's guidance, and prepared drafts of the royal will for the scribes. This title is peculiarly applied to Christ. Redemption the purchase back of something that had been lost, by the payment of a ransom.