Behold the Lamb
Daily Rays of Hope #113
The Power of Christ's Sacrifice and the Gift of Reconciliation
Today’s Scripture:
“The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, ‘Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world.’”
— John 1:29 (NIV)
When John the Baptist saw Jesus walking toward him, he did not call Him a teacher or prophet, though Jesus was both. Instead, he gave Him the most profound title—“the Lamb of God.” This was a declaration rooted in divine revelation and prophetic fulfillment. Jesus was not just any man. He was the one sent by God to take away the sin of the world.
Under the old covenant, the high priest would offer sacrifices—goats, calves, and lambs—as atonement for sin. These offerings were repeated year after year because they could not fully cleanse the heart. But God, in His mercy, provided a perfect sacrifice. Hebrews 9:12 tells us, “He did not enter by means of the blood of goats and calves. But he entered the Most Holy Place once for all by his own blood, thus obtaining eternal redemption.”
Jesus willingly laid down His life. No one took it from Him. He chose the cross. In doing so, He fulfilled the words of Isaiah 53:7, “He was led like a lamb to the slaughter. And as a sheep before its shearers is silent, so he did not open his mouth.” This quiet surrender was not weakness. It was divine strength wrapped in humility. Through His obedience, He restored what sin had broken—our relationship with the Father.
The ministry of Jesus was and is the ministry of reconciliation. Through His death and resurrection, the dividing wall between God and man was torn down. Second Corinthians 5:18 declares, “All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation.” What Jesus began, we are now invited to carry forward. We are not only saved by grace, but we are also called to reflect that grace to others.
Jesus is the Lamb of God who still takes away sin. His blood still speaks. His sacrifice still saves. And because of Him, we no longer need to strive to earn God’s approval. It is finished. The cross is enough. The Lamb has overcome.
Three Practical Ways to Seek the Will of God Daily and Walk Out This Scripture:
Reflect on the Cross in Daily Worship.
Begin or end each day by remembering the sacrifice of Jesus. Read a portion of the Gospels that recount His journey to the cross and let gratitude anchor your heart in His love.Offer Forgiveness and Extend Grace.
Since Christ reconciled us to God, look for ways to live out reconciliation in your own relationships. Forgive freely, love deeply, and let the peace of Christ guide your interactions.Share the Good News.
The Lamb of God came for the whole world. Take time to share what Jesus has done for you with someone else. Let your testimony be a bridge to someone else's redemption.
Jesus is the Lamb who takes away sin and the Savior who brings us back to the heart of God. His sacrifice made a way. His love made it personal. And His blood made it eternal. Behold the Lamb and walk in the power of His reconciliation every day.