The blood of Jesus Christ represents the pivotal moment in human history when mankind was restored to right relationship with God. Through His sacrifice, we gained access to authority over darkness and victory in spiritual warfare.
Jesus fulfilled what was foreshadowed in the Old Testament through animal sacrifices. As Paul states in 1 Corinthians 5:7, "Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us." His death provided the perfect, once-for-all sacrifice that cleanses us from sin and grants us eternal life.
During the first Passover, families were instructed to apply lamb's blood to their doorposts for protection from death. Similarly, we can plead the blood of Jesus over our families today for spiritual protection. Parents should:
Just as the Israelites had to personally apply the blood to their doorposts, each person must individually accept Christ's sacrifice. The blood's power becomes effective through personal faith and confession that:
The blood of Jesus:
This week, consider how you can more fully apply the power of Christ's blood in your life:
Questions to reflect on:
Challenge: Start each day this week by verbally declaring the blood's protection over yourself and your loved ones. Take time to thank Jesus for His sacrifice and acknowledge your dependence on His blood for salvation, protection, and victory.
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