The Importance Of The Blood Of Jesus

The blood of Jesus should cause the Christian’s mind to focus on His “incarnation” (Philippians 2:8; cf. Hebrews 2:14-18; Hebrews 4:14-15). In thinking of Christ’s death, Christians should be motivated to (1) think about the "atonement" Christ made for all mankind through the shedding of His blood at the cross (cf. Hebrews 9:12-14) and (2) to reflect upon the suffering and death of the sinless Son of God (1 Peter 2:21-24).

The phrase, “the blood of Christ,” appears verbatim in the New Testament (KJV) in four verses (1 Peter 1:19; Hebrews 9:14; Ephesians 2:12-13; 1 Corinthians 10:16). With each reference, one finds important lessons about the function and significance of the blood of Jesus.

Christ’s blood is central in the Father’s plan of salvation and spiritual life.

—Mike Riley, Gospel Snippets