1. What does it mean to be in Christ Jesus? (Eph 2:13) – “But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ.”

To be “in Christ” is a divine act. Not only is it a judicial declaration but it also is experienced with practical application.
To be placed into Christ is to be taken out of Adam. Through Adam and our disobedience we were made sinners. But through Jesus Christ’s obedience we are made righteous!

2. How can we be brought close to Jesus Christ? (Eph 2:13) – “But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ.”

Once the blood of Jesus has been applied to our life then we are not only pronounced righteous but also proven innocent – meaning no longer guilty – pardoned. Consequently, we are made a new creature in Christ. Furthermore, we have access to draw near to God’s throne of Grace by the blood of Jesus, not to mention “Peace” with God (Heb 10:19; Col 1:20).
That is why we sing “There’s Power in the Blood”!