"Oh The Blood of Jesus"

In a world filled with challenges and struggles, there's an often-overlooked source of power available to believers: the blood of Jesus. This profound truth, rooted in the very foundation of Christianity, has the potential to transform every aspect of our lives. Let's explore the incredible power of the blood and how we can apply it to experience victory, healing, and freedom.

The Foundation of Our Faith

At the core of Christianity lies a singular event: the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This pivotal moment in history sets our faith apart. Unlike any other religion, Christianity can claim that its founder died, wrote a will, and is now fulfilling that will. The method God chose to deal with sin was through the shedding of blood – not just any blood, but the precious blood of Jesus, the sinless and spotless Lamb of God.

Hebrews 9:22 reminds us that "without the shedding of blood, there is no forgiveness." The blood of Jesus provides more than just forgiveness; it offers a complete release from sin and its consequences. This truth should fill us with immense gratitude. While the Old Testament required yearly sacrifices for sin, leaving people to live with guilt and condemnation most of the time, the New Testament presents a different reality. Through Jesus' sacrifice, we have been forgiven once and for all – past, present, and future.

The Blood: Our Answer to Every Challenge

One of the most powerful truths about the blood of Jesus is its ability to answer any challenge we face in life. Whether it's sin, rebellion, sickness, or any other problem, the blood of Jesus has the solution. It can transform a sinner into a saint, a rebel into the redeemed, and bring healing to our bodies and restoration to our relationships.

Revelation 12:11 reveals a powerful strategy for overcoming the accuser: "And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony." This verse teaches us that we have victory over Satan because of the shed blood of Jesus. To overcome means to succeed, to win, and to get better. If we're properly applying the blood in our lives, we should be experiencing continuous growth and improvement.

The blood of Jesus carries with it a "breaker anointing" – the power to break through any obstacle or bondage in our lives. When we apply the blood through our words and faith, things begin to crumble and break apart. Whether it's sickness, family issues, or any other challenge, we can declare "Break now in the name of Jesus and by the power of the blood!"

Becoming Unstoppable: Understanding How to Use the Blood

Many believers have heard the phrase "I plead the blood," but what does it really mean? Pleading the blood isn't about begging God to do something. Rather, it's about declaring, affirming, and making a case based on what the blood of Jesus has already accomplished.

In a spiritual sense, we can view God as the judge, Jesus as our righteous advocate (lawyer), and Satan as the accusing attorney. The blood of Jesus serves as our witness, speaking on our behalf. When we invoke or plead the blood, we're allowing it to speak for us, silencing the accuser and affirming our victory.

Hebrews 9:14 tells us that the blood of Christ can "make us completely clean from the evil we have done" and give us a clear conscience. This means the blood has the power to transform our thinking, control our emotions, and bring healing to every area of our lives – even physical ailments like menopause!

Practical Applications of the Blood

The Old Testament provides powerful examples of how to apply the blood for protection and deliverance. In Exodus 12, we see God instructing the Israelites to put the blood of a lamb on their doorposts as protection against the angel of death. This act of faith saved their households from destruction.

Similarly, Rahab the prostitute understood the power of a blood covenant. By hanging a scarlet cord from her window – symbolizing the blood – she secured protection not only for herself but for her entire household when Jericho was destroyed.

These stories teach us that we can "plead the blood" over our families, possessions, and circumstances. By doing so, we activate God's protection and invite His intervention in our lives.

Living in the Freedom of the Blood Covenant

As believers, we have an everlasting blood covenant through Jesus. This covenant declares that we are justified, redeemed, healed, delivered, set free, and washed by the blood of Jesus. Because of His blood, we are more than conquerors.

Applying this truth to our daily lives means:

1. Approaching God with confidence, knowing we've been made righteous through the blood.
2. Claiming healing and wholeness for our bodies, minds, and emotions.
3. Resisting the enemy's accusations by reminding him of what the blood has accomplished.
4. Extending the protection of the blood over our loved ones, even those who haven't yet come to faith.
5. Trusting in God's provision and abundance, as the blood guarantees our inheritance as God's children.

The invitation is clear: we must learn to utilize the blood of Jesus in every aspect of our lives. It's not just a theological concept but a practical, powerful tool for daily victory. When we truly understand and apply the power of the blood, we become unstoppable in fulfilling God's purposes for our lives.

As we reflect on the incredible gift of Jesus' blood, let's make a commitment to "plead the blood" more intentionally over our circumstances. Let's declare its power over our families, our finances, our health, and our future. The blood of Jesus is still as potent and effective today as it was 2,000 years ago on Calvary.

May we never take this precious gift for granted, but instead, let's boldly proclaim: "Thank God for the blood of Jesus!" As we do, we'll witness breakthrough, experience freedom, and walk in the fullness of all that God has promised us through the powerful, precious blood of His Son.