The prophecy of the Lord Jesus for our consideration and edification, written centuries prior to His earthly existence is

Prophecy #287

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Provide freedom from the bondage of sin

Old Testament Prophecy

Isaiah 61:1c

to proclaim liberty to the captives,     and the opening of the prison to those who are bound;

New Testament Fulfillment

John 8:31-36

So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” They answered him, “We are offspring of Abraham and have never been enslaved to anyone. How is it that you say, ‘You will become free’?” Jesus answered them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who practices sin is a slave to sin. The slave does not remain in the house forever; the son remains forever. So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.

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