Lecture Notes: The Blood of Jesus and Faith

Overview

• Mark and Trina Hankins equip leaders worldwide through various ministries.
• Focus of the lecture is on faith and understanding one's identity in Christ.

Key Themes

The Blood of Jesus

• Central topic: The blood of Jesus and its significance.
• The importance of pleading the blood of Jesus in faith.
• Isaiah 43:25-26: God's promise to blot out transgressions and not remember sins.
• Pleading the blood is synonymous with having faith in the blood.

Faith and Declaration

• Faith requires both belief and declaration.
  • "If your faith ain't strong enough to move your mouth, it'll never move your mountain."
• Importance of verbally declaring faith and applying it to various life aspects (mind, thoughts, habits, etc.).
• Application of the blood is a defense against negativity and harm.

Authority of the Believer

• Believers have the authority to plead the blood and rest their case on its power.
• The act of pleading the blood involves trust and confidence, not struggle.
• Faith in the blood extends beyond forgiveness, covering a broad spectrum of life issues.

Power and Impact of the Blood

• The blood of Jesus gives believers bold access to God's presence.
• Provides protection and empowerment against adversities and spiritual battles.
• The blood has authority in three areas:
  1. In Heaven: Access to God's presence.
  2. Over Hell: Victory over Satan and demons.
  3. In Life: Purification and overcoming challenges.

Historical and Scriptural Context

• Reference to biblical texts (e.g., Hebrews 9:12) to explain the eternal redemption through Jesus’ blood.
• Use of Old Testament practices to illustrate worship and application of the blood.
• Stories and analogies to illustrate modern application of faith in the blood.

Knowledge and Faith

• Faith is dependent on knowledge and revelation.
• Encouragement to learn more about the blood to increase faith and expectation.

Personal Testimonies

• Personal stories about the effectiveness of faith in the blood in life situations (e.g., safety, guidance).
• Anecdotes about family and personal experiences reinforcing the lecture's themes.

Application and Practice

• Encourage active application of the blood in daily life situations.
• Importance of verbalizing faith confessions about the blood.
• Encouragement to study and grow in understanding of this spiritual principle.

Resources

• Mention of a book "The Bloodline of a Champion" and associated materials for deeper study.
• Availability of additional resources through Mark Hankins Ministries.

Conclusion

• The blood of Jesus is central to overcoming, living victoriously, and accessing God's promises.
• Emphasis on faith in the blood, plus nothing, minus nothing, as the key to unlocking blessings.
• Call to action for believers to tap into this power and live in the fullness of their redemption.