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What does the Bible say about the significance of blood and water from Jesus' side?

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The blood represents justification from guilt, while the water represents sanctification and the new nature given to believers.

In John 19:34, we see that when Jesus' side was pierced, blood and water flowed out. This duality signifies more than just a physical occurrence; it embodies the essential components of salvation. The blood signifies the atonement for sin, which cleanses the believer from guilt, allowing for justification before God. Conversely, the water symbolizes the washing and regeneration of the believer, signifying sanctification and the need for a new, holy nature. Together, these elements fulfill the comprehensive need for both pardon and transformation in an individual's life in relation to God.
Scripture References: John 19:34, Zechariah 12:10, 1 John 5:5-8, Colossians 1:20-22, John 19:33-34, Hebrews 9:22, Hebrews 12:14, 1 Corinthians 1:30

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Blood and Water
Todd Nibert · Jan 24, 2010

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Blood and Water
Greg Elmquist · Jul 12, 2004
Blood and Water
Greg Elmquist · Jul 12, 2004
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