Embracing the Power of Jesus' Blood for Life

 

Summary

In 1 Corinthians 5:7, we are reminded that Jesus is our Passover, and His blood serves as our ultimate covering. Just as the blood of the lamb protected the Israelites in the Old Testament, the blood of Jesus Christ covers us today. This covering is not just for our eternal salvation but also for our deliverance in our daily lives. When we operate in sync with Jesus Christ and His sacrifice, we are covered by His blood, which is the only reason we can stand before God and claim our place in heaven. Our good works, church membership, or even pastoral roles do not secure our eternal destiny; it is solely the sacrificial death of Jesus that does.

The blood of Jesus is not only for our future in heaven but also for our present on earth. Many believers miss out on the power of the blood in their daily lives because they only look to it for eternal salvation. However, the blood of Jesus offers deliverance, peace, joy, and strength in the ups and downs of life. It is through our identification with Jesus Christ that we experience this deliverance. If we deny Him before others, we miss out on the power of His blood in our lives.

Moses' task was to convince the Israelites to put the blood on their doorposts, and similarly, our task is to keep our identification with Jesus Christ front and center. This identification is where God's deliverance comes from, both for eternity and in our daily lives. Communion is a powerful reminder of this, as it allows us to call on the blood for deliverance from whatever we face.

The story of the man healed by leeches illustrates how something that seems ugly or strange can bring life. Similarly, the blood of Jesus, though it may seem odd to some, is the source of life and healing. When we embrace the blood of Jesus, He can destroy the death in our lives and bring forth new life. As Paul said, we are crucified with Christ, yet we live through Him. The blood of Jesus is our Passover lamb, providing life now and in the life to come.

Key Takeaways:

1. The blood of Jesus is our ultimate covering, securing our place in heaven and offering deliverance in our daily lives. It is not our good works or religious roles that save us, but the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ. [00:56]

2. Many believers miss the power of the blood in their daily lives by only looking to it for eternal salvation. The blood of Jesus offers deliverance, peace, and strength in the ups and downs of life when we operate in sync with Him. [01:34]

3. Our identification with Jesus Christ is crucial for experiencing God's deliverance. If we deny Him before others, we miss out on the power of His blood in our lives. [02:20]

4. Communion is a powerful reminder of the blood of Jesus and its ability to deliver us from whatever we face in life. It is a time to call on the blood for deliverance and to keep our identification with Christ front and center. [03:31]

5. The story of the man healed by leeches illustrates how something that seems strange can bring life. Similarly, the blood of Jesus, though it may seem odd, is the source of life and healing, destroying death and bringing forth new life. [05:33]

Youtube Chapters:

- [00:00] - Welcome
- [00:22] - Jesus as Our Passover
- [00:42] - Covered by the Blood
- [00:56] - Eternal Deliverance
- [01:13] - The Blood in History
- [01:34] - Power of the Blood on Earth
- [02:06] - Deliverance Through Identification
- [02:20] - Acknowledging Christ
- [02:35] - The Role of the Blood
- [02:53] - Keeping the Blood on the Door
- [03:17] - Communion and Deliverance
- [03:48] - The Healing Power of Blood
- [04:10] - The Leeches Analogy
- [05:10] - Life Through the Blood
- [06:04] - Embracing the Blood of Jesus

Study Guide

Bible Study Discussion Guide

Bible Reading:
- 1 Corinthians 5:7

Observation Questions:
1. What does 1 Corinthians 5:7 mean when it refers to Jesus as our Passover? How does this relate to the Old Testament practice of Passover? [00:22]
2. According to the sermon, what is the significance of being "covered by the blood" of Jesus? [00:42]
3. How does the sermon describe the role of the blood of Jesus in our daily lives, beyond just eternal salvation? [01:34]
4. What analogy was used in the sermon to illustrate the healing power of the blood of Jesus, and what was its significance? [04:10]

Interpretation Questions:
1. How does the concept of Jesus as our Passover lamb deepen our understanding of His sacrifice and its impact on our lives? [00:22]
2. In what ways does the sermon suggest that believers might be missing out on the power of the blood of Jesus in their daily lives? [01:34]
3. What does it mean to keep our identification with Jesus Christ "front and center," and why is this important for experiencing God's deliverance? [03:17]
4. How does the story of the man healed by leeches serve as a metaphor for the transformative power of the blood of Jesus? [04:10]

Application Questions:
1. Reflect on your own life: Are there areas where you rely more on your good works or religious roles rather than the sacrificial death of Jesus for your assurance of salvation? How can you shift your focus to His sacrifice? [00:56]
2. How can you actively seek to experience the power of the blood of Jesus in your daily life, not just for eternal salvation but for deliverance, peace, and strength? [01:34]
3. Consider your public identification with Jesus Christ. Are there situations where you find it challenging to acknowledge Him before others? How can you overcome these challenges? [02:20]
4. How can you use the practice of communion as a time to call on the blood of Jesus for deliverance in your current life situations? [03:31]
5. The sermon uses the analogy of leeches to describe the healing power of the blood of Jesus. Can you think of a situation in your life where something that seemed strange or uncomfortable led to healing or growth? [04:10]
6. How can you embrace the concept of being "crucified with Christ" in your daily life, allowing His life to be lived through you? [05:49]
7. What specific steps can you take this week to keep your identification with Jesus Christ at the forefront of your life, ensuring that His blood covers and empowers you? [03:17]

Devotional

Day 1: The Blood of Jesus as Our Ultimate Covering
The blood of Jesus is the ultimate covering for believers, securing their place in heaven and offering deliverance in daily life. It is not through good works, church membership, or religious roles that one is saved, but solely through the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ. This covering is reminiscent of the Old Testament Passover, where the blood of the lamb protected the Israelites. Today, Jesus is our Passover lamb, and His blood is the reason we can stand before God and claim our place in heaven. [00:56]

"For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed. Let us therefore celebrate the festival, not with the old leaven, the leaven of malice and evil, but with the unleavened bread of sincerity and truth." (1 Corinthians 5:7-8, ESV)

Reflection: In what ways have you relied on your own efforts for salvation rather than fully trusting in the covering of Jesus' blood? How can you shift your focus to His sacrifice today?


Day 2: Experiencing the Power of the Blood in Daily Life
Many believers miss the power of the blood of Jesus in their daily lives by only looking to it for eternal salvation. However, the blood of Jesus offers deliverance, peace, and strength in the ups and downs of life. When believers operate in sync with Jesus Christ and His sacrifice, they experience the transformative power of His blood. This power is not just for the future but is available in the present, providing strength and peace in everyday challenges. [01:34]

"But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ. For he himself is our peace, who has made us both one and has broken down in his flesh the dividing wall of hostility." (Ephesians 2:13-14, ESV)

Reflection: What is one area of your life where you need to experience the peace and strength of Jesus' blood today? How can you invite Him into that situation?


Day 3: The Importance of Identifying with Christ
Our identification with Jesus Christ is crucial for experiencing God's deliverance. If believers deny Him before others, they miss out on the power of His blood in their lives. This identification is not just a private matter but should be evident in how believers live and interact with others. By keeping their identification with Christ front and center, believers can experience the fullness of God's deliverance both for eternity and in their daily lives. [02:20]

"Whoever acknowledges me before others, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven. But whoever disowns me before others, I will disown before my Father in heaven." (Matthew 10:32-33, ESV)

Reflection: How can you more boldly identify with Christ in your daily interactions? What steps can you take to ensure your faith is evident to those around you?


Day 4: Communion as a Reminder of Deliverance
Communion is a powerful reminder of the blood of Jesus and its ability to deliver believers from whatever they face in life. It is a time to call on the blood for deliverance and to keep one's identification with Christ front and center. Through communion, believers remember the sacrifice of Jesus and the power of His blood, which brings life and healing. This practice is not just a ritual but a profound reminder of the life-giving power of Jesus' sacrifice. [03:31]

"And he took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to them, saying, 'This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.' And likewise the cup after they had eaten, saying, 'This cup that is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.'" (Luke 22:19-20, ESV)

Reflection: How can you approach communion with a renewed sense of its significance? What specific deliverance do you need to call upon the blood of Jesus for today?


Day 5: Embracing the Life and Healing in Jesus' Blood
The story of the man healed by leeches illustrates how something that seems strange can bring life. Similarly, the blood of Jesus, though it may seem odd, is the source of life and healing, destroying death and bringing forth new life. When believers embrace the blood of Jesus, they experience the transformative power that brings healing and life. As Paul said, believers are crucified with Christ, yet they live through Him, experiencing the fullness of life that His blood provides. [05:33]

"I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me." (Galatians 2:20, ESV)

Reflection: What areas of your life need the healing and life-giving power of Jesus' blood? How can you actively embrace His sacrifice to experience new life today?

Quotes

"First Corinthians 5:7 Jesus is our Passover. The blood of what the blood of the Lamb did in the Old Testament for Israel, the blood of Jesus does for us today. If you operate under the blood of Jesus, that is if you operate in sync with Jesus Christ, His sacrifice on the cross, if you operate and sync with Jesus Christ, the blood covers you." [00:07:54]

"Everybody here today on their way to heaven is only all the way to heaven because they're covered by the blood. When I stand before God and God were to say, 'Tony Evans, why should I let you into heaven?' I just got one phrase: the blood. I have been covered by the blood. That is the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ is what I am looking to for my eternal deliverance." [00:42:18]

"Not good works, not being part of a church, not being a pastor—all that's nice but I have nothing to do with my eternal destiny. My term doesn't is tied to one thing: I let Jesus spread His blood on my heart and I am saved by the blood. But watch this, the blood did not simply deliver Egypt for eternity; the blood delivered them in history." [00:66:63]

"It delivered them from the Egyptians. See, a lot of folk who've been saved by the blood for heaven do not let the blood save them on earth. See, the blood is not—it's good for eternity but it's also good if you operate in sync under the rule of Jesus Christ and His sacrifice." [00:91:95]

"He becomes the deliverer that we've been singing about who gives freedom from this, who gives deliverance from that, who gives peace that passes understanding, joy in tribulation, who takes you through the various ups and downs of life and makes you more than a conqueror. It says all that comes to the blood too." [00:114:25]

"So if you're only looking to the blood for heaven, you're going to miss the power of the blood on earth. That's why Jesus says if you deny me before men, I will deny you before my Father who is in heaven. But if you acknowledge me before men, I will acknowledge you before my Father is in heaven." [00:133:05]

"Belief in God is not where your deliverance comes. Your deliverance comes through the blood, and that is your identification with Jesus Christ. So if you are the only person who knows you're a Christian, you ain't covered. You aren't covered because it is the blood that is our Passover, the person of Christ who provides the covering." [00:155:55]

"Moses' job was to convince them to put the blood on the door. My job is to convince us, this congregation, the vehm of us, to keep the blood on the door. That is to keep your identification with Jesus Christ front and center, not just your belief in God but your identification with Jesus Christ." [00:176:46]

"That is where God's deliverance comes, not only for eternity but in history. One of the reasons we take communion and one of the advantages you should use in taking communion is to call on the blood for whatever you need deliverance from in this life because it is the blood. There is power in the blood." [00:206:88]

"I saw someone on TV not too long ago that caught my attention. This man was in a fire and it burned a large part of his body, and I couldn't believe what I was seeing. They laid him on a bed; you could see all of the burned tissues, and then they went and they poured on top of him a bucket of leeches." [00:228:42]

"The nastiest thing, one of the nastiest things I've ever seen in my life. They poured a whole bucket of leeches on this guy, and so this guy has leeches all over him, all over the burns of his body. Then they went on to explain, the medical people went on to explain, they said the leeches will eat the dead skin." [00:257:13]

"They will eat the dead skin, then he went on to say the leeches also suck blood. So when the leeches eat the dead skin and begin sucking blood, they will draw blood up to the skin so that while they eat the bad skin and suck up the blood, the blood being sucked up by the leeches will produce new skin at the place where the bad skin has been eaten." [00:288:30]

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