There is only one thing that can give peace to the conscience, and that is the blood of Jesus Christ sprinkled on it. A clear understanding that Christ’s death was an actual payment of our debt to God, and that the merit of that death is made over to man when he believes, is the grand secret of inward peace. It meets every craving of conscience. It answers every accusation. It calms every fear.
J.C. Ryle
In the last week or so I have been able to share these sentiments with some hurting people.
Those who live with shame and regret.
who are fearful and doubting and tossed to and fro.
who are feeling like they will never be good enough.
The only thing that will save them is the blood of Jesus Christ. The only thing that I can do, in conversation with them, is try and give them a clear understanding of of it. And I hope and pray that the Spirit will apply it to their hearts and consciences.