Devotional Thoughts for Christians***
But when Christ came as high priest of the good things that are now already here, he went through the greater and more perfect tabernacle that is not made with human hands; that is to say, it is not a part of this creation. He did not enter by means of the blood of goats and calves, but he entered the Most Holy Place once for all by his own blood, thus obtaining eternal redemption. — Hebrews 9:11–12 (NIV).
The value of something is determined by the one who appraises it. When it comes to the blood of Christ, we often focus on what it means to us—our forgiveness, our cleansing, our peace with God. While these blessings are precious, Scripture reveals an even deeper truth: the blood of Christ was first presented to God Himself.
We must not forget that Christ’s blood was shed primarily for God! Having seen and being fully satisfied, then, and only then, the blood of Christ is for our redemption—the forgiveness of sins.
The Day of Atonement provides a powerful picture of this reality. In Leviticus 14, the sacrifice was offered publicly before the people, but the blood was carried beyond human sight into the Most Holy Place. There, alone before the presence of God, the high priest sprinkled the blood seven times. The people did not witness this sacred act, yet everything depended upon it. The blood was presented not for human inspection, but for divine satisfaction.
So it is with Christ. Our Lord entered the heavenly sanctuary, not with the blood of another sacrifice, but with His own precious blood. He stood before the Father on our behalf and secured eternal redemption once and for all. God looked upon that perfect sacrifice and declared it sufficient. His justice was satisfied. His holiness was honored. His wrath against sin was fully answered.
This is the solid ground of our faith. We do not rest upon our feelings, our understanding, or even our ability to appreciate the greatness of Christ’s sacrifice. We rest upon God’s assessment of it. If the Father has accepted the blood of His Son, who are we to question its value? If God is satisfied, why should we remain uncertain?
Many believers struggle because they continually examine themselves, searching for assurance within. Yet assurance is found by looking away from ourselves and toward the finished work of Christ. The blood that satisfied God is the same blood that secures our salvation. Our confidence rests not in the strength of our faith, but in the perfection of Christ’s sacrifice.
Let this truth anchor your heart today: the blood of Jesus has already been accepted in heaven. Nothing can be added to it, and nothing can diminish its worth. The throne of God itself testifies to its eternal value.
Pause to Reflect:
Am I basing my assurance on my feelings and performance, or on God’s complete acceptance of Christ’s sacrifice on my behalf?
Parting Thought:
Faith finds rest when it agrees with God’s verdict. The blood of Christ is sufficient because God Himself declares it so.
Prayer:
Father God, thank You for the precious blood of Jesus Christ, offered once and for all for my redemption. Teach me to trust Your evaluation of His sacrifice rather than my changing emotions or doubts. When uncertainty arises, remind me that You have fully accepted the work of Your Son and that His blood has secured eternal redemption for all who believe. Anchor my faith in this unshakeable truth and fill my heart with gratitude, peace, and confidence in Christ alone. In His holy name, Amen.
Today’s devotion reminds me of the old gospel song ‘There’s Power in the Blood’.
Would you be free from the burden of sin?
There’s pow’r in the blood, pow’r in the blood;
Would you o’er evil a victory win?
There’s wonderful pow’r in the blood.
There is pow’r, pow’r, wonder-working pow’r
In the blood of the Lamb;
There is pow’r, pow’r, wonder-working pow’r
In the precious blood of the Lamb.
Would you do service for Jesus your King?
There’s pow’r in the blood, pow’r in the blood;
Would you live daily His praises to sing?
There’s wonderful pow’r in the blood.
There is pow’r, pow’r, wonder-working pow’r
In the blood of the Lamb;
There is pow’r, pow’r, wonder-working pow’r
In the precious blood of the Lamb.
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