The Efficacy of the Blood of Jesus Christ
An exploration of the power and significance of the blood of Jesus Christ in salvation and sanctification.
1. The Blood's Cleansing Power
1.1 Complete Forgiveness
Verses: 1 John 1:7; Revelation 1:5
- The blood of Jesus cleanses us from all sin, providing complete forgiveness.
- This cleansing is continuous, as we walk in the light and confess our sins.
1.2 Purging of Conscience
Verses: Hebrews 9:14; Hebrews 10:22
- The blood purges our conscience from dead works, enabling us to serve the living God.
- Our hearts are sprinkled with the blood, providing assurance and boldness in approaching God.
2. The Blood's Redeeming Work
2.1 Redemption from Sin
Verses: Ephesians 1:7; Colossians 1:14
- Through His blood, we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.
- Redemption signifies being bought back from the bondage of sin.
2.2 Precious Redemption
Verses: 1 Peter 1:18-19; Galatians 3:13
- We are redeemed not with corruptible things, but with the precious blood of Christ.
- Jesus became a curse for us, redeeming us from the curse of the law through His blood.
3. The Blood's Sanctifying Influence
3.1 Set Apart for God
Verses: Hebrews 13:12; Hebrews 10:10
- Jesus sanctified the people with His own blood, setting them apart for God.
- We are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.
3.2 Justification and Salvation
Verses: Romans 5:9; Hebrews 2:11
- Having been justified by His blood, we shall be saved from wrath through Him.
- Both He who sanctifies and those who are sanctified are all from one, for which reason He is not ashamed to call them brethren.
4. The Blood's Overcoming Power
4.1 Victory over the Enemy
Verses: Revelation 12:11; John 19:34
- We overcome the devil by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony.
- The blood that flowed from Jesus' side demonstrates the completeness of His sacrifice.
4.2 Triumph Over Death
Verses: 1 Corinthians 15:57; Romans 8:37
- Through Jesus Christ, we are given the victory over death and the grave.
- We are more than conquerors through Him who loved us and gave His blood for us.