“Our life has been saved by the blood of Christ”
— Pope Francis
Simplified Meaning:
Through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, people believe their spiritual lives have been rescued and they are now offered eternal life. In Christianity, this means that by Jesus dying on the cross, he took on the sins of humanity, allowing them to be forgiven. Picture a firefighter rushing into a burning building to save someone trapped inside. Just as the firefighter risks their life to save another person's physical life, Christians believe Jesus sacrificed his life to save their souls. Because of this act, believers think they can have a closer, more meaningful relationship with God and live with a sense of peace and purpose. To apply this idea, Christians might strive to live a life of gratitude, love, and service to others, reflecting the love they believe Jesus showed to them.
