Only By the Blood

It’s an age-old anthem in the church: there is power in the blood of Jesus. But do we truly live into the gift that this reality promises? This sacrifice of love saves us from the stronghold of sin and reconciles us back to the God who longs for us. Through this act of selflessness on the cross, Jesus demonstrated His great love and mercy for all of creation.

Ephesians 1:7 says, “In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.” The blood of Jesus cleanses us, covers us, and enables us to share in his divine inheritance—for those that belong to Jesus, when God looks at us all, He sees is the perfection of His Son. Thanks be to God that no sin is too great or stain too deep for that redemptive work!

“Only By The Blood” is meant to be a reminder of the gift we have in our Savior, to open our hearts to the reality of the answer to the question, “Where would I be without Jesus?” Whether we are carrying guilt from past failures or shame from hidden struggles, Christ’s atoning work means our complete forgiveness and acceptance. When we approach God with repentant hearts, His grace meets us and offers us a fresh start every single time. It is because of the blood of Jesus that we can approach God’s throne of grace with confidence—we have every right to draw near to Him, because He drew near first. Through the sacrifice of Jesus, the barrier of sin has been removed, and we are invited into intimate fellowship with our Creator. Now the door is forever open, all we have to do is boldly walk through!

Reflection Questions:

1. Take time today to reflect on the power of Jesus’ blood in your life. Where would you be if not for Jesus? Listen to “Only by the Blood” and enter His courts with a heart full of thanksgiving.
2. Take a moment for introspection. Do you think you are living in the freedom and forgiveness that Jesus provides? What in your life needs to be surrendered today?