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Sermon Title
“The Atoning Blood: Mercy and Salvation at the Mercy-Seat”
Scripture Reference
Leviticus 17:11, Exodus 25:22, Matthew 26:28, Matthew 9:12-13, Romans 5:21, Hebrews 10:19-22
Introduction
The sermon begins with a profound question: “Have you ever felt your need of salvation?” It draws attention to the burden of sin and the desperate cry of the sinner for mercy. The mercy-seat, a central symbol in the Old Testament, is introduced as the place where God meets with humanity, offering grace through the atoning blood of Jesus Christ.
Key Points
1. The Necessity of the Blood for Atonement
- The blood is the only means of atonement for the soul (Leviticus 17:11).
- The mercy-seat, sprinkled with blood, symbolizes God’s provision for sin through Jesus Christ.
- Without the shedding of blood, there is no forgiveness of sins (Hebrews 9:22).
2. Coming to the Mercy-Seat as a Sinner
- The sinner must come with nothing but sin, laying it all on the blood-sprinkled mercy-seat.
- This act is deeply humbling, revealing the sinner’s utter guilt and vileness.
- Yet, it is also inviting, for Christ meets the sinner at the mercy-seat with grace and forgiveness.
3. Immediate Acceptance Through Faith
- The sinner who comes in faith is immediately received by God.
- God looks upon the atoning blood and declares, “I am well pleased; spare this sinner.”
- The blood of Christ satisfies God’s justice and provides full assurance of salvation.
4. The Blood of Christ as the Only Ground of Acceptance
- There is no other ground for acceptance before God but the blood of Jesus.
- The Holy Spirit guides the sinner to fix their eyes on Christ’s atonement, not on their own efforts or merits.
- Salvation is a free gift, offered without money or price (Isaiah 55:1, Revelation 22:17).
Major Lessons & Revelations
- The blood of Christ is the ultimate expression of God’s mercy and justice.
- Salvation is not earned but received by faith in the finished work of Christ.
- The mercy-seat is a place of immediate and complete forgiveness for all who come in faith.
Practical Application
- Come as You Are: Approach God with all your sins, laying them at the mercy-seat of Christ.
- Trust in the Blood: Place your full confidence in the atoning blood of Jesus for salvation.
- Live in Assurance: Walk in the full assurance of your acceptance, knowing that Christ’s blood has fully satisfied God’s justice.
Conclusion
The sermon concludes with a call to action: “Seek ye the Lord while He may be found.” There is no other time but now to come to the mercy-seat, no other way but through the blood of Christ, and no other hope for salvation. Let us draw near with a true heart, in full assurance of faith, and receive the grace and mercy God offers.
Prayer
A prayer is offered for those who feel the burden of sin, that they may come to the mercy-seat and find forgiveness and peace through the blood of Jesus Christ.
References & Resources
- Leviticus 17:11
- Exodus 25:22
- Matthew 26:28
- Hebrews 10:19-22
- Isaiah 55:1
- Revelation 22:17
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