DCLM Higher Everyday 13 July 2026 — Reconciliation By Christ’s Atonement
Topic: Reconciliation By Christ’s Atonement
Bible Reading: Romans 5:10-12 (KJV)
10Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness’ sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
12Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.
KEY VERSE: For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life” (Romans 5:10).
Message
Reconciliation is the act of getting two or more warring or feuding parties to settle their differences amicably. Reconciliation takes place between friends, in families, ethnic groups, and nations. Thich Nhat Hanh once said, “The practice of peace and reconciliation is one of the most vital and artistic of human actions.” Without reconciliation, there will be friction in human relationships; and same is true with human relationship with God. Human reconciliation may not be perfect, but the one through Christ’s atonement is perfect.
Friend, humanity was in enmity with God because of sin and separated from Him. But Jesus came from heaven to reconcile us to God by shedding His blood on the Cross of Calvary. If you confess your sins and receive Christ, our only advocate, you will become free from sin and be reconciled to God. Reconciliation with God brings forgiveness and peace to your soul, and prepares you for God’s unlimited blessings – sanctification, Holy Ghost baptism and breakthrough in all areas of your life. Remember, access to God’s throne is only through Christ’s atonement. Be reconciled with your Maker through Christ’s atonement!
PRAYER FOR TODAY
Lord Jesus, let Your blood atone for my sins.
CHALLENGE
Be reconciled to God through Christ today.
1. Admit that you are a sinner. "For all [humans] have sinned, and comes short of the glory of God....[and] the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 3:23)
2. Repent now. "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out ...[for] if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness " (Acts 3:19, 1 John 1:9)
3. Believe that God loves you and Jesus died for you. "God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet Sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8)
4. Invite Jesus into your life through prayer of faith. Jesus says, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20)
