The Perfect Sacrifice Once for All “Christ Alone”

by Jamie Pantastico

On July 9, 2024

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Daily Devotional | Daily Encouragement

Hebrews 10:14: “For by one offering He has perfected forever those who are being sanctified.”

In Hebrews 10:11-13, we see the futility of the old sacrificial system; the law was perfect but could only condemn and it was impossible to keep. The priests stood daily, offering the same sacrifices repeatedly, which could never take away sins. However, Christ, after offering one sacrifice for sins forever, sat down at the right hand of God, signifying the completion and perfection of His work.

Supporting Verses: Hebrews 10:11-13: “And every priest stands ministering daily and offering repeatedly the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins. But this Man, after He had offered one sacrifice for sins forever, sat down at the right hand of God, from that time waiting till His enemies are made His footstool.”

Sacrifices made by the priests under the Old Covenant were insufficient to remove sins. They were a shadow pointing to the ultimate sacrifice—Jesus Christ. Only Christ Jesus, the sinless Son of God, could be the perfect offering capable of taking away the sins of the world.

2 Corinthians 5:21: “For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.”

This truth makes clear that Jesus’ sacrifice was complete and final. Through His offering, we are perfected forever, not by our own works, but by His finished work on the cross; His shed blood, death, burial and resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:1-4). This assures us of our salvation and sanctification, encouraging us to rest in His perfect sacrifice (not anything our filthy works can do) and live in the freedom and victory it provides.

Take time to meditate on this amazing grace and live with gratitude, knowing that Jesus’ sacrifice has perfected us forever. Share this truth and walk confidently in the freedom He has given us.

Conclusion: Christ’s sacrifice is sufficient and complete. No other sacrifice is needed, salvation is a free gift to all mankind but must be appropriated by faith alone in the gospel alone. Those who believe are perfected forever by the finished work of the cross. Let’s rest in this truth and live out our faith with joy and confidence, proclaiming His victory and grace to the world.

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Jamie Pantastico

Mesa Bible Study

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What Saith the Scripture?

Most problems in interpreting Bible passages arise from neglecting a passage’s context. The guiding principle of sound interpretation is to take a passage literally. Not maintaining this discipline, interpreting Scripture becomes made up, man’s idea, fantasy, and the passage can mean almost anything. The result is erroneous and ridiculous interpretations.

Another important principle to sound Bible interpretation is to read Scripture “in-time”. In other words, we have to read and study the Bible as a progressive revelation. Not getting ahead of God’s revelation.

God’s plan of redemption for mankind wasn’t revealed all at once to Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Isaiah, or any of the other old testament prophets. Not even Peter and the eleven were given the full counsel of God. The Lord revealed to each of the aforementioned what they needed at their particular time in Biblical history. A hermeneutical method that does not approach Scripture as a progressive revelation leads to erroneous interpretations.

To be a good bible student one must maintain a literal, grammatical and historical (in-time) hermeneutic. There has been much too much of man’s theology governing Scripture when it is God’s Word alone that reigns over theology.

Who's writing?

Identify the author of the book and passage.

Who is the author writing too?

Who is the audience? Yes, all Scripture is for us but not all of Scripture is directed to us our salvation and doctrine (how to live our daily lives). To say all of Scripture is, is erroneous interpretation.

When was the Book or Passage written?

This is necessary to identify the time and historical context.

What were the circumstances when it was written? (what was going on)

What was going on before and after it was written?

What happen before and after the particular Book or Passage you’re reading?

What is the HISTORICAL CONTEXT OF THE VERSE?

Where does the Bible verse fit in Biblical history. Use the answers from the list of these questions to identify the “historical context”.

Are there other passages that the Author has written to help expand on the verse your reading?

Utilize the full counsel of God to illuminate the passage

All of Scripture fits perfectly.

The Good News

salvation

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. You don’t have to do anything but believe by faith that God sent His only Son Jesus Christ to die for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead 3 days later.

THE GOOD NEWS

SALVATION

Salvation is a FREE GIFT from God. SALVATION IS BY FAITH ALONE & FAITH IS BELIEVING WHAT GOD SAYS.

God declares all mankind sinners and we all fall short of Glory of God. Romans 3:23
The payment for our sin is death. Romans 6:23
But God…because he loved you so much sent His own Son, Jesus Christ, to die in your place, for your sins, was buried, and rose from the dead three days later. 1 Cor 15:1-4; 2cor 5:21

All God asks is that you believe by faith alone in 1, 2, & 3. That you’re a sinner, separated from God but God sent his Son to die for your sins, was buried & rose again 3 days later.

that if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.

Romans 10:9

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The Perfect Sacrifice Once for All “Christ Alone”

by Jamie Pantastico

Daily Devotional | Daily Encouragement

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