In the book Power in TAPPING, one encounters a profound method of personal communion with God. TAPPING, an acronym stands for Thanksgiving, Adoration, Pardon, Praise, Intercession, New Life, and Good Action. It offers a structured yet deeply personal approach to prayer. This approach fosters spiritual renewal and growth. Among its seven steps, washing oneself daily with the blood of Jesus during the Pardon (3rd step) stands out with its transformative power with roots in biblical tradition. This practice not only cleanses the soul. It also serves as a spiritual safeguard. It echoes the protective power of the lamb’s blood on the doorposts during the Exodus. Those marked by it were spared from destruction.

The Biblical Foundation: The Blood of the Lamb in Exodus

The significance of blood as a symbol of salvation and protection is vividly illustrated in the Book of Exodus. In Exodus 12:7-13, God instructs the Israelites to slaughter a lamb and place its blood on the doorposts and lintels of their homes as the final plague—the death of the firstborn—sweeps through Egypt. The Lord declares, “The blood shall be a sign for you on the houses where you live; when I see the blood, I will pass over you, and no plague will destroy you when I strike the land of Egypt” (Ex 12:13). This act of obedience marked the Israelites as God’s chosen people, shielding them from the angel of death and securing their liberation from bondage. The blood of the lamb became a tangible sign of God’s covenant, a barrier against destruction, and a promise of redemption.

In the New Testament, this imagery finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, whose blood was shed on the cross for the salvation of humanity. As Revelation 1:5 affirms, “He loves us and has freed us from our sins by his blood.” The daily washing with the blood of Jesus in TAPPING draws directly from this theology, positioning the believer under the protective and redemptive power of Christ’s sacrifice.

Washing with the Blood of Jesus in TAPPING

Within TAPPING, Pardon invites practitioners to seek forgiveness for their sins and extend forgiveness to others, culminating in a symbolic washing with the blood of Jesus. The book guides the individual to “invite the blood of Jesus from his wounds to fall on our forehead and gently cover every part of our body,” envisioning it flowing over the eyes, ears, lips, and every cell, cleansing and renewing (p. 43). This act is not merely symbolic; it is a deeply spiritual exercise that invokes the healing, forgiving, and sanctifying power of Christ’s blood.

The effect of this daily practice is multifaceted. First, it renews one’s identity as a forgiven and redeemed child of God. As Hebrews 9:14 states, “How much more will the blood of Christ… purify our conscience from dead works to worship the living God.” By consciously applying this blood each day, the practitioner is cleansed of guilt, shame, and the weight of past failures, emerging spiritually refreshed. Testimonies in the book, such as that of Felcy Francis from Bangalore, highlight this transformative effect: “I feel Jesus’ healing touch in areas where I once struggled with emotional wounds” (p. 37). The daily washing becomes a time of release, breaking the chains of sin and emotional burdens.

Secondly, this practice serves as a spiritual safeguard, much like the blood on the doorposts in Exodus. Just as the Israelites were spared physical destruction, those who wash with the blood of Jesus in TAPPING are protected from spiritual destruction—be it the dullness of sin, the attacks of the evil one, or the erosion of faith amid life’s challenges. The book emphasizes this protective aspect, encouraging believers to seal themselves with the sign of the cross and renounce sinful habits, fears, and painful memories “in the name of Jesus” (p. 43). This daily renewal keeps the heart vigilant and sensitive to the Holy Spirit, preventing the gradual hardening that Pope Saint John Paul II warned of: “Sin diminishes man, blocking his path to fulfilment” (p. 72).

A Daily Passover: Spiritual Safety and Renewal

The parallel between the Exodus event and TAPPING washing with the blood of Jesus is striking. In both, the blood acts as a mark of belonging to God, a shield against forces that threaten life—whether physical death in Egypt or spiritual death in the modern world. The Israelites applied the lamb’s blood once to escape Egypt, but TAPPING calls for a daily application of Christ’s blood to maintain spiritual vitality. This repetition is not redundancy but a recognition of the ongoing battle against sin and distraction. As the book notes, “By practicing TAPPING daily, we remain spiritually alert and sensitive, preventing sin and distractions from dulling our hearts over time” (p. 74).

This daily “Passover” ensures that believers wake each morning refreshed, free from the burdens of the previous day, and ready to live in God’s grace. Sister Karuna Shrestha CJ from Nepal testify to this: “Each time I engage in TAPPING, I feel the Lord’s presence in a tangible way, as if He is… pouring His precious blood over me, cleansing and reviving my soul” (p. 57). The practice aligns with Psalm 55:22—“Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you”—offering a rhythm of surrender and renewal that keeps one rooted in God’s love.

Conclusion: A Life Transformed and Protected

Washing with the blood of Jesus daily in TAPPING is more than a prayer technique; it is a spiritual lifeline that connects the believer to the redemptive power of the cross. Drawing from the Exodus narrative, it positions the practitioner under the same divine protection that spared the Israelites, adapting it to the ongoing needs of the soul. By cleansing, renewing, and safeguarding, this practice breaks the cycle of spiritual dullness, fosters a vibrant connection with God, and equips individuals to face life’s challenges with faith and resilience. As Saint Therese of Lisieux reflects, “Prayer… is something great, supernatural, which expands my soul and unites me to Jesus” (p. 74). Through TAPPING, the daily washing with Christ’s blood becomes a transformative act of grace, ensuring that, like the Israelites, those who are sprinkled with it are saved from destruction and led toward a life of holiness.