Christ's intercession is evidenced by His sacrificial love and ongoing role as our advocate before God.
The truth of Christ's intercession is rooted in His sacrificial act on the cross, where He took our place and bore our sins. In Philemon, Paul exemplifies this by stating that any debts Onesimus owes should be charged to his account, just as Jesus took upon Himself the penalty that we deserved. Romans 3:12 teaches that apart from Christ, we are unprofitable; yet through Him, we are justified and made profitable for God’s service. This assurance is reinforced in Hebrews 7:25, which declares that Christ 'ever liveth to make intercession for them.' His resurrection guarantees that He continues to advocate for us, offering believers profound comfort and security in their salvation.
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