“Therefore, brothers, since we have confidence to enter the holy places by the blood of Jesus, by the new and living way that he opened for us through the curtain, that is, through his flesh.” – Hebrews 10:19-20
In ancient times, a heavy curtain separated God’s presence in the most holy place of the Tabernacle from everyone and everything else. This was for our protection. Mankind in our sinfulness couldn’t survive the in the presence of our Most Holy God. The only human who could pass through that curtain was the High Priest, once a year, on the Day of Atonement. At all other times, we had to keep our distance from God for our own safety.
However, when Jesus died on the cross, everything changed! That curtain was torn from top to bottom as Jesus breathed His last breath. Its responsibility to separate mankind from our Creator was obsolete! We have been reconciled through Christ’s sacrifice. The curtain has been opened for everyone who embraces Jesus Christ as Lord. Through faith in Jesus, every believer is washed clean of their sins by the innocent, divine blood of Jesus. We are welcomed through the curtain and into God’s presence! That includes you!!!
Do you now live in that confidence the writer of Hebrews of speaks of in these verses? Do you gladly enter into the holy presence of God every day in prayer, praise, and petition? Are you delighted to grow closer to the Lord, knowing that there is no curtain to keep you separated from Him? Do you pursue your relationship with God zealously, studying His Word, praying, meditating on Scripture, praising and testifying to His goodness, and serving Him in the power of His Spirit? There’s no longer a need to keep your distance from God, so don’t! #FollowJesus