Baptism and the blood of Christ

Jesus said in Luke 22:20, "This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you." From this verse, we are taught that His blood has established what we called the New Covenant. Jesus is the mediator of this covenant (Hebrews 9:15), and just as the first covenant was established with blood (Exodus 24:8), so was this New Covenant (Hebrews 9:18-26).

When you look in the New Testament, it is not difficult to see the many functions of the blood of Christ. It justifies us (Romans 5:9), forgives us (Ephesians 1:7), redeems us (Colossians 1:14), cleanses us (1 John 1:7), and washes us (Revelation 1:5).

How do we come in contact with the blood of Christ? His blood is contacted through baptism. Through baptism we are buried with Him into His death (Romans 6:3-4; Colossians 2:12). Since baptism washes away our sins (Acts 22:16), and puts us into Christ (Galatians 3:27), it is easy to see how it accomplishes the purpose of connecting us with His blood. If you want to be saved, there is more to it than just belief. Be immersed into water for the remission of your sins (Acts 2:38)!

Kyle Campbell