The Blood of Christ

“…by His blood…” – Romans 3:25

From Genesis to Revelation, the scarlet thread of redemption runs deep and unbroken. Romans 3:25 declares that God set forth Jesus as a propitiation “by His blood, through faith,” revealing the heart of the New Covenant. This isn’t a side theme—it’s the central melody of the gospel. Paul, in Acts 20:28, reminds the Ephesian elders that the church was “purchased with His own blood.” That’s not poetic exaggeration—it’s divine transaction. Like the Passover lamb whose blood spared Israel’s firstborn, Jesus is our true Lamb, sacrificed to shield us from judgment (1 Corinthians 5:7). John the Baptist saw it clearly when he pointed to Jesus and cried, “Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29). Every Old Testament sacrifice whispered His name; every New Testament promise shouts it.

Why blood? Because sin demands death (Romans 6:23). From Eden’s first breach to the Law’s relentless demands, the message was clear: without shedding of blood, there is no forgiveness (Hebrews 9:22). But Jesus didn’t bring the blood of goats or calves—He brought His own (Hebrews 9:12). We must see Christ’s sacrifice not as a tragic loss, but as the ultimate provision. His blood doesn’t just cover—it cleanses. It doesn’t just forgive—it draws us near (Ephesians 2:13). And it keeps cleansing, again and again, as we walk in the light (1 John 1:7).

This blood is not stagnant—it flows with power. It speaks of love, of justice satisfied, of mercy poured out. It invites us to boldness (Hebrews 10:19), not fear. It’s the reason we can say, “I am redeemed,” even when we stumble. When we confess, we don’t grovel—we go to our Advocate, Jesus Christ, who is faithful and just to forgive (1 John 1:9). So walk in the light. Rest in the cleansing. And when Satan whispers doubt, point to the blood. It’s the reason you’re forgiven, the reason you’re free, and the reason you’re forever His. Let your heart respond with reverence, gratitude, and joy. Christ didn’t just die—He died for you. And His blood still speaks. Let it speak louder than your guilt, stronger than your shame, and sweeter than any other voice.

“Propitiation is that whereby God is rendered propitious, or made favorable to sinners. It includes a sacrifice offered, blood shed, and wrath appeased. Without it, there is no removal of guilt, no peace with God, and no hope for man.” – John Owen