# gave himself for us

This refers to Jesus dying willingly. Alternate translation: "gave himself to die for us" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit]])

# to redeem us from all lawlessness

Paul speaks of Jesus as if he were setting slaves free from their evil master. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor]])

# a special people

A group of people that he treasures.

# are eager

"have a strong desire"