MADE NEAR THROUGH THE BLOOD OF JESUS CHRIST

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Good- Life Devotional: MADE NEAR THROUGH THE BLOOD OF JESUS CHRIST 

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

Ephesians 2:12-15 addresses the reconciliation of Jews and Gentiles through Christ. Paul reminds the Gentiles that they were once "without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel, and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope, and without God in the world" (v.12). However, through Christ, they are now "made nigh by the blood of Christ" (v.13).

   The Greek word for "nigh" in verse 13 is ἐγγύς (engys), meaning "near" or "brought close." This implies not only spatial nearness but also relational intimacy with God, made possible by Christ's atoning work.

   Paul continues in verse 14, stating that Christ "is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition between us." This refers to the separation between Jews and Gentiles, symbolized by the temple’s dividing wall. Through His sacrifice, Christ abolished the enmity caused by the Law’s ordinances, uniting believers into one new man (v.15).

Other supporting verses include:

Isaiah 57:19 – "Peace, peace to him that is far off, and to him that is near."

Colossians 1:20-22 – Christ reconciled all through His blood.

Romans 5:10 – We were reconciled to God through Christ’s death.

  This passage is a profound defense of salvation by grace, showing that Christ's work brings all people into fellowship with God, fulfilling God's redemptive plan.

   You do not need to go to any physical  location or engage in any spiritual sacrifice to be close to God .Religion promotes hatred for God . We need to be born again into Christ  consciousness. He is in the believer's heart .

 In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and consciousness of his abiding presence. 

PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to work miracles. 

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