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Everlasting Covenant of Blood

Sermonette by Ronny H. Graham

'Blood is thicker than water' indicates that ties to the family come before any other alliances. Yet the 'blood' could also refer to the sealing of a covenant.

Passover and the Blood of Jesus Christ

Sermonette by David C. Grabbe

Christ's blood does much more than remit sin; it gives eternal life. The Passover wine represents the blood of the covenant, by which we are made complete.

The Talking Blood (1994)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The blood of Jesus Christ stands as a profound witness, bearing testimony to His identity and purpose. As stated in I John 5:6 and 5:8, He came by water and blood, and alongside the Spirit and water, the blood agrees as one in affirming the truth of His mission. This blood, shed in His violent death on the stake, marks the culmination of His work to pay for the sins of the world, a significant event that declares, "It is finished." Throughout Scripture, blood emerges as a central symbol, appearing 427 times to underscore the gravity of sin and its consequence—death. It is through blood that atonement is made, a concept rooted in the idea that without the shedding of blood, there is no remission of sins. Leviticus 17:11 emphasizes that the life of the flesh is in the blood, given upon the altar to atone for souls, affirming that only blood can cover sin. Hebrews 9:22 reinforces this, noting that under the law, almost all things are purified with blood, and without it, there is no forgiveness. The blood of Jesus speaks, as Hebrews 12:24 describes, offering something better than vengeance. Unlike Abel's blood, which cried out for retribution, His blood speaks of mercy and a superior way of atonement, surpassing the blood of bulls and goats. Isaiah 1:18 illustrates this transformative power, promising that though sins are scarlet, they shall be white as snow when covered by His blood. This atonement, derived from the Hebrew word "kaphar" meaning to cover or shelter, signifies reconciliation and cleansing, as seen in Genesis 6:14 where Noah covered the ark with pitch to protect against judgment. In Matthew 26:27-28, Jesus declares the cup as His blood of the new covenant, shed for many for the remission of sins. Acts 20:28 further reveals that God purchased the church with His own blood, highlighting the immense cost of redemption. Romans 3:23-25 speaks of justification through His blood by faith, demonstrating God's righteousness in passing over sins. I John 2:2 and 1:7 present Jesus Himself as the propitiation for sins, His blood continuously cleansing those who walk in the light, not just as a past act but as an ongoing process. This blood serves as a constant rebuke to the human tendency to minimize sin. It shocks the conscience, revealing the seriousness of sin through the horrific crucifixion of God's innocent Son. Forgiveness, therefore, is not casual but comes at a tremendous sacrifice, as God's justice must be satisfied alongside the sinner's repentance. The blood's testimony is clear: without it, there is no appeasing God's righteousness, no covering for sins, no reconciliation, no redemption, and no hope.

The Talking Blood (Part One)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Christ admonishes His people to prepare for difficult times by cultivating a close relationship with their Savior. Apart from Christ, we can do nothing.

The Talking Blood (Part Two)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

God the Father does not take the minimization of His Son's sacrifice lightly, as some Protestant theologians imply with their cheap grace doctrine.

Why Two Goats on Atonement? (Part One)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

In Israel, sins were symbolically placed on the altar throughout the year. On Yom Kippur, one goat's blood cleansed the altar; the second took away the sins.

Are You Drinking of the Master's Cup?

Article by Staff

When we partake of the cup of wine at Passover, we usually think of Christ's blood shed for sins. However, the cup and its contents have another meaning for us.

Why Did Jesus Have to Die by Crucifixion?

'Ready Answer' by Staff

Crucifixion is man's most cruel form of punishment. Why did Jesus need to die this way? What does it teach us? And was Jesus stabbed before or after He died?

What is Atonement?

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

Man's estrangement from God is wholly man's fault. Atonement denotes the way harmony is achieved, making the entire world at one or reconciled with God.

Purge Me With Hyssop

Article by Staff

The Bible frequently uses the hyssop plant as a symbol of cleansing and purification. In relation to Christ's sacrifice, this herb has a connection to the Passover.

Why Two Goats on Atonement? (Part Two)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

In the Day of Atonement ritual, the first goat's blood cleansed the altar of sin while the azazel goat took them away. Christ fulfilled both roles.

How Did They Overcome? (Part Two)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

The blood of the Lamb grants us eternal life, as well as entrance to the Holy of Holies, enabling us to come before the throne of the Most High God.

Eating: How Good It Is! (Part Four)

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

John 6 has always been a difficult chapter to explain. However, Jesus' teaching is clear. Here is what it means to us.