King's ransom

For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time. (1 Timothy 2:5, 6 ESV)

The language used in this passage is incredible.  This makes me think about movies like "Ransom" or "Proof of life" in which a "mediation", if you will, is taking place over the delivery of ransom in exchange for the life of another.  In these films, the mediator is a hired professional, being paid to bring resolution to the conflict.  Can you imagine the mediator stepping up and instead of trying to negotiate terms, or the amount of ransom, saying "my client is a much poorer person than I and his/her family has little money/stuff/power, etc.  My Father has more power, money, etc. than you can even begin to imagine.  Take me in their place, harm them not, and let me stand in their place.".  This is what Christ did on the cross, he offered Himself in our place.  He became the King's ransom, The Kng of glory gave His life for all so that all who call on His name will be saved.