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One night in a church service a young woman felt the tug of God at her
heart. She responded to God's call and accepted Jesus as her Lord and
Savior.

The young woman had a very rough past, involving alcohol, drugs, and
prostitution. But, the change in her was evident. As time went on,
she became a faithful member of the church. She eventually became involved
in the ministry, teaching young children.

It was not very long until this faithful young woman had caught the eye
and heart of the pastor's son. The relationship grew and they began to
make wedding plans. This is when the problems began. You see, about
one-half of the church did not think that a woman with a past such as
hers was suitable for a pastor's son. The church began to argue and
fight about the matter. So, they decided to have a meeting. As the
people made their arguments and tensions increased, the meeting was
getting completely out of hand.

The young woman became very upset about all the things being brought up
about her past. As she began to cry, the pastor's son stood to speak.
He could not bear the pain it was causing his wife-to-be. He began to
speak and his statement was this:

"My fiancee's past is not what is on trial here. What you are
questioning is the ability of the blood of Jesus to wash away sin.
Today, you have put the blood of Jesus on trial. So, does it wash away
sin or not?"

The whole church began to weep as they realized that they had been
slandering the blood of the Lord Jesus Christ.

Too often, even as Christians, we bring up the past and use it as a
weapon against our brothers and sisters. Forgiveness is a very
foundational part of the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ. If the blood
of Jesus does not cleanse the other person completely, then it cannot
cleanse us completely. If that is the case, then we are all in a lot of
trouble. What can wash away my sins? Nothing but the blood of
Jesus--end of case!!!

PRAYER
"Lord Jesus, you are the Good Shepherd who keeps watch over our lives. May I be ever attentive to your voice and submit fully to your wise rule for my life. Draw me near to you that I may always find peace and joy in your presence."

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