Faith & Reason Nexus

This story is a powerful reminder of the importance of the blood of the lamb, which protected the Israelites in Egypt during the Passover. Just as the blood on the doorposts spared their lives, the blood of Christ covers us and protects us from eternal death.

The little crippled girl’s anxiety about the blood on the doorposts mirrors the way we should reflect on the spiritual protection Christ offers to our lives and our families. The blood of Jesus, shed on the cross, is the ultimate sacrifice that grants us forgiveness and eternal life.

Key Points:

1. The Blood of Christ Protects Us:
   Just as the Israelites were saved from the avenging angel because of the lamb’s blood, we are saved through the blood of Christ. His sacrifice cleanses us from sin and shields us from the penalty of death (Romans 5:9).
2. Faith and Assurance:
   The little girl wanted to be sure the blood was on the doorposts, much like how we need assurance of our salvation. This story calls us to reflect on whether our faith in Christ has covered us, and whether our families are under His protection.
3. Personal Responsibility:
   The father thought he had done everything right by sending someone to apply the blood, but he still had to check and make sure it was there. Similarly, we must be personally responsible for ensuring that the blood of Christ covers our lives, not relying solely on others for our salvation.
4. Urgency and the Avenging Angel:
   The father acted swiftly to apply the blood before the avenging angel passed by, demonstrating the urgency of accepting Christ’s sacrifice before it’s too late. Just as the angel passed over only those who had the blood on their doorposts, we are urged to receive Christ before judgment comes (Hebrews 9:27).

Conclusion:
The blood of Christ is the covering that protects us from spiritual death and eternal separation from God. Is your family covered by the blood of Christ? Have you accepted His sacrifice and placed your trust in Him for salvation? It’s not enough to assume or be complacent; we must actively seek Christ’s protection, just as the father in the story ensured that the blood was on the doorposts. Let us be sure that the blood of Christ covers our hearts and homes, securing us for eternity.