The Blood of Jesus

John 19:31-37

Introduction

1.      1 Corinthians 1:18-25

2.      A few years ago a prominent denomination removed all hymns from their song book that referred to the blood of Jesus

3.      “Nothing but the blood of Jesus,” “There is power in the blood”

4.      Today:  what the blood of Jesus means to a Christian  

Discussion

1.      Occasions upon which the blood of Jesus was shed

a.       Matthew 26:65-68

b.      Matthew 27:26

c.       Matthew 27:27-29

d.      Matthew 27:30

e.       John 19:16-18

f.       John 19:32-34  

2.      Comparison between Adam and Jesus – Rom 5:14

a.       No wife for Adam – no bride for Jesus  

b.      Adam slept – Jesus slept in his grave  

c.       Adam’s side was opened – Jesus’ side was pierced  

d.      Adam’s rib was taken – Jesus’ blood was poured out  

e.       The woman was made from the rib – the church was purchased with Jesus’ blood (Acts 20:28)  

3.      The blood of Christ is a testimony

a.       It is a testimony to the magnitude of sin  

b.      It is a testimony to the love of God  

c.       It is a testimony to the commitment of Jesus  

4.      The blood of Christ is for:

a.       Atonement – Rom 3:25; 1 John 2:1-2

b.      Remission of sins – Matt 26:28

c.       Redemption – Eph 1:17

d.      Peace – Col 1:20-21

e.       Sanctification – Heb 13:12

f.       Cleansing – 1 John 1:7

g.       Freedom – Rev 1:5  

Conclusion

1.       Jesus shed his blood to challenge us:

a.       It challenges us to leave sin

b.      It challenges us to make great sacrifices for the kingdom of God

c.       It challenges us to live a life worthy of the sacrifice that has been made

2.      Acts 22:16