How does Romans 8:34 assure us of Christ's intercession for believers today? The Verse at the Center Romans 8:34: “Who is there to condemn us? For Christ Jesus, who died, and more than that, who was raised to life, is at the right hand of God—and He is interceding for us.” Four Pillars of Assurance • Christ died – the penalty for sin fully paid • Christ was raised – the Father’s public declaration that the payment was accepted • Christ is seated at the right hand of God – the place of unrivaled authority and honor • Christ is interceding – an ongoing, personal ministry on behalf of every believer What Christ’s Intercession Involves • Continuous advocacy before the Father (1 John 2:1–2) • Presentation of His once-for-all sacrifice as the unchanging basis of our acceptance (Hebrews 9:24) • Sympathetic representation, since He shares our humanity and understands our weaknesses (Hebrews 4:14-16) • Securing the application of every covenant blessing promised in salvation (Ephesians 1:3) Scriptures That Echo the Truth • Hebrews 7:25 – “Therefore He is able to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede for them.” • Isaiah 53:12 – “He bore the sin of many and made intercession for the transgressors.” • John 17:9, 24 – Jesus prays for His own, a pattern of His present heavenly ministry. Practical Encouragement for Today • No condemnation can stand, because the Judge Himself is our Advocate. • Assurance of salvation rests not on how strongly we hold Christ, but on how perfectly He holds us. • Every prayer reaches the Father through the Son, guaranteeing a gracious hearing. • Daily failures cannot undo the finished work He continually presents on our behalf. Believers live with unshakable confidence, knowing that the risen and exalted Christ speaks their name before the Father every moment. |
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