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How does Christ's sacrifice provide access to God?

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Christ's sacrifice provides access to God by removing the barrier of sin, allowing believers to enter His presence by faith.

Christ's sacrifice fundamentally transforms the relationship believers have with God, allowing direct access to His presence. In the Old Testament, the high priest could only enter the Holy of Holies once a year to make atonement for the people's sins under strict guidelines (Leviticus 16). However, Christ's death tore the veil that separated humanity from God, symbolizing that His sacrifice was sufficient for all sins (Matthew 27:51). As Hebrews 10:19-22 explains, believers can now enter into the presence of God with confidence because of the blood of Jesus. This access is not based on our own merit or works but solely on faith in the finished work of Christ. We, therefore, can approach God boldly in prayer and worship, knowing that we are accepted in Christ.
Scripture References: Leviticus 16, Matthew 27:51, Hebrews 10:19-22

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God's High Priest
Fred Evans · May 27, 2012
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