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Friday, April 24, 2015

NOTHING BUT THE BLOOD

“For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect.”  1 Peter 1:18-19
            The OT sacrificial system required a sacrifice that was free from all defect.  There could be no spot or blemish on it whatsoever.  Enter the Lamb of God, Jesus Christ, God’s Son.  Due to the nature of His being He was wholly man and wholly God.  He was the God man, who came into the world at a time prescribed by the Father to rid men of their sin once for all time.  Christ’s blood is the only remedy for the sins of man.  A payment must be made according to God’s Law.  Sin must be atoned for.  In other words, the gap between man and God must be bridged.  We caused the gap by our sin and there was only one could provide that bridge, Christ.  That is precisely why He was sent down to earth. 
            When the blood of the Lamb cleanses a person they are free from their sins.  Far too many individuals fail to understand the significance of that act.  They receive forgiveness and then carry on with their lives.  A change has occurred yet they barely recognize it out of ignorance.  Forgiveness was purchased for us and is free for the asking; however, the change that has taken place is supposed to alter the path we’re on.  I know when I gave my heart and life to the Lord everything began to look and sound different.  I realized through the reading and preaching of His Word that a 180 degree turn away from my past lifestyle choices was necessary to live an effective life as a believer in Christ. 
            God’s grace, His undeserved favor, has offered us a second chance to get it right.  We may stumble occasionally or even fall flat on our face, but God is there to pick you us and place you on the road He knows is best for you.  You must let go and trust Him with your entire life.  Until next time, walk with the King and be a blessing!

Reference used:  The Reformation Study Bible.