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The "Blood of Christ" is a central theme in Christian theology, symbolizing the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ and its redemptive power for humanity. This concept is deeply rooted in the New Testament and is pivotal to understanding the doctrines of atonement, redemption, and salvation.

Biblical Foundation

The New Testament frequently references the blood of Christ as the means by which believers are cleansed from sin and reconciled to God. In the Gospel accounts, the Last Supper is a significant event where Jesus establishes the New Covenant through His blood. In Matthew 26:28 , Jesus states, "This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins."

The Apostle Paul further elaborates on this in his epistles. In Romans 5:9 , Paul writes, "Therefore, since we have now been justified by His blood, how much more shall we be saved from wrath through Him!" Here, the blood of Christ is directly linked to justification and salvation, emphasizing its essential role in the believer's relationship with God.

Theological Significance

The blood of Christ is often associated with the concept of atonement. In the Old Testament, the sacrificial system required the shedding of blood for the forgiveness of sins (Leviticus 17:11). The New Testament presents Christ's sacrifice as the ultimate fulfillment of this requirement. Hebrews 9:12 states, "He did not enter by the blood of goats and calves, but He entered the Most Holy Place once for all by His own blood, thus securing eternal redemption."

This sacrificial act is seen as a substitutionary atonement, where Christ takes upon Himself the punishment for sin, offering His life as a ransom for many (Mark 10:45). The blood of Christ is thus viewed as the means by which believers are redeemed from the bondage of sin and death.

Covenantal Implications

The blood of Christ also signifies the establishment of a New Covenant between God and humanity. This covenant is characterized by the promise of eternal life and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit. In 1 Corinthians 11:25 , Paul recounts Jesus' words during the Last Supper: "This cup is the new covenant in My blood; do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me."

The New Covenant, sealed by Christ's blood, supersedes the Old Covenant, offering a more profound and personal relationship with God. It assures believers of their status as children of God and co-heirs with Christ (Romans 8:17).

Sanctification and Communion

The blood of Christ is also integral to the process of sanctification. In 1 John 1:7 , it is written, "But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin." This ongoing cleansing is part of the believer's spiritual growth and transformation into the likeness of Christ.

Furthermore, the blood of Christ is commemorated in the sacrament of Communion, also known as the Lord's Supper or Eucharist. This practice serves as a continual reminder of Christ's sacrifice and the believer's participation in the New Covenant. It is a time of reflection, thanksgiving, and unity among believers, as they partake in the symbolic elements of bread and wine, representing Christ's body and blood.

Conclusion

The blood of Christ is a profound and multifaceted doctrine within Christianity, encompassing themes of sacrifice, redemption, covenant, and sanctification. It is through His blood that believers find forgiveness, reconciliation, and eternal life, making it a cornerstone of the Christian faith.

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Matthew 26:28
For this is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins.
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Mark 14:24
And he said to them, This is my blood of the new testament, which is shed for many.
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Luke 22:20
Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you.
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John 6:53-56
Then Jesus said to them, Truly, truly, I say to you, Except you eat the flesh of the Son of man, and drink his blood, you have no life in you.
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John 19:34
But one of the soldiers with a spear pierced his side, and immediately came there out blood and water.
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Acts 20:28
Take heed therefore to yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost has made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he has purchased with his own blood.
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Romans 3:24,25
Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus:
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Romans 5:9
Much more then, being now justified by his blood, we shall be saved from wrath through him.
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1 Corinthians 10:16
The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ?
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1 Corinthians 11:25
After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood: this do you, as oft as you drink it, in remembrance of me.
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Ephesians 1:7
In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace;
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Ephesians 2:13,16
But now in Christ Jesus you who sometimes were far off are made near by the blood of Christ.
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Colossians 1:14,20
In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:
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Hebrews 9:12-14
Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own blood he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption for us.
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Hebrews 10:19,20,29
Having therefore, brothers, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus,
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Hebrews 12:24
And to Jesus the mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling, that speaks better things that that of Abel.
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Hebrews 13:12,20
Why Jesus also, that he might sanctify the people with his own blood, suffered without the gate.
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1 Peter 1:2,18,19
Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctification of the Spirit, to obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace to you, and peace, be multiplied.
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1 John 1:7
But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleans us from all sin.
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1 John 5:6,8
This is he that came by water and blood, even Jesus Christ; not by water only, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit that bears witness, because the Spirit is truth.
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Revelation 1:5,6
And from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, and the first begotten of the dead, and the prince of the kings of the earth. To him that loved us, and washed us from our sins in his own blood,
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Revelation 5:9
And they sung a new song, saying, You are worthy to take the book, and to open the seals thereof: for you were slain, and have redeemed us to God by your blood out of every kindred, and tongue, and people, and nation;
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Revelation 7:14
And I said to him, Sir, you know. And he said to me, These are they which came out of great tribulation, and have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb.
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Revelation 12:11
And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives to the death.
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Greek

129. haima -- blood
... Of uncertain derivation; blood, literally (of men or animals), figuratively (the
juice of grapes) or specially (the atoning blood of Christ); by implication ...
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2434. hilasmos -- propitiation
... 2434 () is only used twice (1 Jn 2:2, 4:10) -- both times of blood that . By the
of , Jesus Christ provided the ultimate 2434 ("propitiation"). ...
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2378. thusia -- a sacrifice
... 2378 ("sacrifice") refers to various forms of OT blood sacrifices ("types") --
all awaiting their in their , Jesus Christ (Heb 10:5-12). ...
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4899. suneklektos -- chosen together with
... Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, , by the sanctifying work of the
Spirit, to obey Jesus Christ and be sprinkled with His blood: May grace and ...
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3781. opheiletes -- a debtor
... being a ") where Christ paid . He extends release to us, forgiving the penalty for
each time we His gift of life rather than it. Indeed, the blood of Jesus ...
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Library

The Voice of the Blood of Christ
... The Voice of the Blood of Christ. A Sermon (No.211). ... The blood of Christ speaks
in a like threefold manner, and it speaks better things. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 4 1858/the voice of the blood.htm

"And the Blood of Jesus Christ his Son Cleanseth us from all Sin. ...
... The end of washing in the blood of Christ is, that we may come to this light,
and have fellowship with it. For the darkness of hell ...
/.../binning/the works of the rev hugh binning/sermon xv and the blood.htm

Unbelievers in the Blood of Christ Shall be Condemned.
... Chapter VI"Unbelievers in the blood of Christ shall be condemned. Let no
man deceive himself. Both the things which are in heaven ...
/.../chapter viunbelievers in the blood.htm

Why Then Doth Christ Call the Bread "His Body", and the Cup "His ...
... then doth Christ call the bread "his body", and the cup "his blood", or "the new
covenant in his blood"; and Paul the "communion of body and blood of Christ"? ...
/.../various/the heidelberg catechism /question 79 why then doth.htm

That the Body and Blood of Christ and the Holy Scriptures are Most ...
... THE FOURTH BOOK. OF THE SACRAMENT OF THE ALTAR CHAPTER XI That the Body and Blood
of Christ and the Holy Scriptures are most necessary to a faithful soul. ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/kempis/imitation of christ/chapter xi that the body.htm

The New Testament in the Blood of Christ; Or, the New Covenant ...
... Hymns, Book II HYMN 3 The new testament in the blood of Christ; or, The
new covenant sealed. CM The new testament in the blood of ...
/.../watts/the psalms and hymns of isaac watts/hymn 3 the new testament.htm

The Thirteenth Proposition. Concerning the Communion, or ...
... Concerning the Communion, or Participation of the Body and Blood of Christ. Concerning
the Communion, or Participation of the Body and Blood of Christ. ...
/.../the thirteenth proposition concerning the.htm

Do Then the Bread and Wine Become the Very Body and Blood of ...
... Lord's Day 29 Question 78 Do then the bread and wine become the very body
and blood of Christ? Do then the bread and wine become ...
/.../various/the heidelberg catechism /question 78 do then the.htm

How do they that Worthily Communicate in the Lord's Supper Feed ...
... Question 170: How do they that worthily communicate in the Lord's Supper
feed upon the body and blood of Christ therein? Answer: As ...
/.../anonymous/the westminster larger catechism/question 170 0 0 how do they.htm

Incomparable Food; Or, the Flesh and Blood of Christ.
... Hymns, Book II HYMN 17 Incomparable food; or, The flesh and blood of Christ.
SM Incomparable food; or, The flesh and blood of Christ. ...
/.../watts/the psalms and hymns of isaac watts/hymn 17 incomparable food or.htm