DCLM Daily Manna 19 February 2026: Efficacy of the Blood
Text: 1 John 1:5–10 (KJV)
This then is the message which we have heard of him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all.
6 If we say that we have fellowship with him, and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not the truth:
7 But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.
8 If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
10 If we say that we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us.
KEY VERSE: 1 John 1:7
“But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.”
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It is recorded that while John Wesley was returning from an evangelistic outing, a robber snatched his Bible case and fled. Rather than reacting in anger, Wesley called out to him, saying there was something else he had forgotten to take. Surprised, the robber stopped. Wesley then told him, “If you ever regret this action, remember that the blood of Jesus Christ cleanses from all sin.”
Years later, a man approached Wesley after a meeting and asked if he recognized him. When Wesley said no, the man revealed that he was the robber. The words Wesley had spoken that day stayed with him, troubling his conscience until he eventually surrendered his life to Christ.
This story illustrates the power of God’s Word and the cleansing efficacy of the blood of Jesus. Humanity’s greatest problem is sin, and God’s perfect solution was the sacrifice of Christ at Calvary. The blood shed there was sufficient—once and for all—to provide forgiveness and reconciliation with God.
Scripture teaches that the blood of Jesus cleanses those who walk in the light. It is not merely a symbolic expression; it represents the completed redemptive work of Christ. Through it, sins are forgiven, consciences are purified, and fellowship with God is restored.
No matter how deep a person has fallen, the grace made available through Christ is greater. The blood of Jesus not only pardons but also empowers believers to live victoriously over sin. It assures us of mercy and speaks on our behalf before God.
Therefore, let every believer continually trust in the finished work of Christ. Walk in the light. Confess your sins. Rely fully on His atoning sacrifice. The blood of Jesus remains sufficient for salvation, cleansing, and daily victory.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:
The blood of Jesus is sufficient to cleanse the vilest sinner and secure lasting victory.
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DCLM Daily Manna 19 FEBRUARY 2026
