One day my friend John told me his incredible story about the power in the blood of Jesus.
John had been struggling for years with guilt and shame over mistakes he had made in his past. He often felt unworthy of God’s love and forgiveness.
But one day, while reading his Bible, John came across Hebrews 9:22 (NIV):
“In fact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood, and without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness.”
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He was struck by the realization that Jesus had shed his blood on the cross to pay the price for our sins and shortcomings.
John decided to claim the power of Christ’s blood over his life. When feelings of condemnation would rise, he would declare:
“I am forgiven and made clean by the blood of Jesus!”
A tremendous weight lifted off his shoulders. For the first time, John felt free and able to move forward into the destiny God had for him.
I was so inspired by the transformation I saw in my friend. The blood of Jesus completely changed John’s life and identity.
That’s when I began to study and uncover the incredible power, protection, and benefits that Jesus’ sacrifice makes available to all of us who put our faith in Him.
What I discovered changed my walk with God in tremendous ways. I had heard about the blood of Jesus my whole life, but I didn’t fully grasp just how much His blood accomplishes for us.
It washes away sin, brings emotional and physical healing, overcomes the work of the enemy, empowers us to walk in holiness, and so much more!
Over the years, I’ve seen the power of Christ’s blood manifest in miraculous ways for people in need of redemption, cleansing, freedom, and more.
That’s why I’m so excited to share more with you in this article about the benefits that the blood of Jesus makes available to all believers.
Get ready to dive deep into this precious gift Jesus provided us all!
1. The Blood of Jesus Redeems Us
To redeem means to buy back or pay a ransom for something. The Bible says:
“In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.”
Ephesians 1:7 (NIV)
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Through Jesus’ death on the cross, He paid the price to free us from slavery to sin, purchasing our salvation with His blood.
2. The Blood of Jesus Cleanses Us From All Sin
1 John 1:7 (ESV) declares:
“But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin.”
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- This includes cleansing your conscience from the guilt of sin (Hebrews 9:14).
“How much more, then, will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciences from acts that lead to death, so that we may serve the living God!” - It also washes away the stain of sin from your life, making you whiter than snow (Isaiah 1:18).
“Come now, let us settle the matter,” says the Lord. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they are red as crimson, they shall be like wool. - Furthermore, it purifies you from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). Hallelujah!
“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.”
3. The Blood of Jesus Protects Us
To be covered by the blood of Jesus means to be protected and redeemed by His sacrificial death.
It signifies that you are under the covering of His atoning blood and you’ve received the benefits of His forgiveness and salvation.
“The blood shall be a sign for you, on the houses where you are. And when I see the blood, I will pass over you, and no plague will befall you to destroy you, when I strike the land of Egypt.”
Exodus 12:13 (ESV)
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Being covered by the blood of Jesus brings assurance of God’s love and grace, and it serves as a powerful spiritual shield against the enemy and the consequences of sin.
4. The Blood of Jesus Brings Us Into a New Covenant With God
At the Last Supper, Jesus said His blood established the New Covenant between God and man (Luke 22:20 NIV).
In the same way, after the supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.”
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A covenant is a binding agreement between two parties. The Old Covenant depended on man’s ability to keep the law, but we all fell short.
Thankfully, the new covenant is based on the blood of Christ, who fulfilled the law on our behalf (Hebrews 8:6-13).
5. The Blood of Jesus Justifies Us Before God
To justify means to declare righteousness. Though you were guilty of sin and lawlessness, the blood of Jesus justifies you and declares you not guilty and righteous in God’s sight (Romans 5:9 NIV).
“Since we have now been justified by his blood, how much more shall we be saved from God’s wrath through him!”
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When you put your faith in Jesus and what His blood accomplished, you can stand boldly before God’s throne as though you have never sinned. Hallelujah!
6. The Blood of Jesus Reconciles Us to God
To reconcile means to restore friendly relations between parties. You were once an enemy of God because of your sins but Christ’s death has now reconciled you to Him (Romans 5:10 NIV).
“For if, while we were God’s enemies, we were reconciled to him through the death of his Son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through his life!”
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All hostility, separation, and animosity have been removed. You are now united with God and He calls you His friend.
How Does The Blood of Jesus Bring Us Near to God?
Through Christ’s death, He has brought you who were once far off near to God (Ephesians 2:13 NIV).
“But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far away have been brought near by the blood of Christ.”
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The veil separating the Holy of Holies was torn in two from top to bottom when Jesus died (Matthew 27:51), giving you and me access to the presence of the living God.
We can now come boldly before His throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16).
7. The Blood of Jesus Gives Us Victory Over the Enemy
Revelation 12:11 (NKJV) says we overcome Satan “by the blood of the Lamb.”
“And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, and they did not love their lives to the death.”
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Pleading the blood of Jesus in prayer will protect you from demonic attacks and activities.
It will cleanse your home and allow angelic forces to operate on your behalf. The blood makes you untouchable by the devil!
As you can see, the blood of Jesus is overflowing with power and provision! Walking in the light of what His blood has accomplished will transform your life.
If you haven’t already, receive Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior and get ready to experience the benefits of His amazing blood.
Key Takeaways
- The blood of Jesus redeems, cleanses, protects, brings us into a new covenant, justifies, reconciles, and gives us victory.
- Christ’s blood brings forgiveness, cleansing, healing, freedom, spiritual growth, authority over evil, and power.
- Understanding and applying the power of Jesus’ blood is key to living victoriously.
- When Jesus died on the cross, He established a new covenant based on His blood.
- The benefits of Christ’s blood are accessed through faith in what His blood accomplished at the cross.
FAQs About The 7 Benefits of The Blood of Jesus Christ
Q. How can I apply the power of Jesus’ blood in my life?
A. Plead the blood of Jesus in prayer over yourself, your family, and your circumstances. Declare the benefits of His blood and what it has purchased for you. Walk in the light of forgiveness, cleansing, and freedom.
Q. Is the blood of Jesus only symbolic or does it have actual power?
A. The blood of Jesus is not just symbolic; it contains intrinsic, supernatural power to transform lives! There is power in the blood Jesus shed to save us from our sins (Hebrews 9:14).
Q. Do I need to Literally apply Jesus’ physical blood to receive its benefits?
A. No, we apply the blood of Jesus by faith, not by any physical application. When you put your faith in the power of His shed blood and declare its benefits, you’ll experience its power!
Q. For what areas of my life can I use the blood of Jesus?
A. You can apply the blood of Jesus to any area of your life! Your health, family, job, finances, ministry, business, relationships, and more. It brings protection, favor, blessing, and breakthrough.
Q. How frequently should I plead the blood of Jesus over my life?
A. You can plead the blood of Jesus as often as you’d like! Consider doing it daily for protection, cleansing, and empowerment. The blood of Jesus and its benefits are available to you at all times.
Q. What is the significance of the blood of Jesus?
A. The blood of Jesus holds immense significance in Christianity. It represents the sacrificial death of Jesus on the cross and it has cleansing and redemptive powers.
It is through the blood of Jesus that believers are justified and brought near to God. The blood of Jesus provides atonement for our sins and makes it possible for us to be forgiven and reconciled to God.
Q. How does the blood of Jesus bring justification?
A. Justification by the blood of Jesus means that through His sacrificial death, Jesus paid the penalty for humanity’s sins.
His blood shed on the cross was a sufficient payment for our sins, and by having faith in Jesus, we are declared righteous before God. Through the blood of Jesus, believers are justified and receive salvation.
Q. How does the blood of Jesus cleanse us from sin?
A. The blood of Jesus cleanses us from sin by washing away our guilt and making us spiritually clean. It is through His blood that our sins are forgiven and removed, enabling us to be reconciled to God.
The blood of Jesus has the power to purify our hearts and consciences, freeing us from the burden and condemnation of sin.
Q. Why is the blood of Jesus referred to as precious?
A. The blood of Jesus is precious because it represents the ultimate sacrifice and unconditional love of Jesus for humanity. It holds the power to save, heal, and give us eternal life.
The blood of Jesus is a priceless gift that offers redemption and restoration to all who believe in Him.
Q. How does the blood of Jesus overcome the enemy?
A. The blood of Jesus overcomes the enemy by defeating his power and authority. It is through the shedding of His blood that Jesus triumphed over sin, death, and Satan.
The blood of Jesus represents victory and provides believers with the spiritual weapons to overcome the attacks and schemes of the enemy.
