HIStory: A Six Week Study of the Gospel of JohnSample

“It Is Finished"

Jesus easily could have called down angels to free Him from the Roman authorities. However, Jesus wasn’t resisting the inevitable. In fact, it was the primary reason He came to this earth. He came to die for the sins of the world. Jesus knew His purpose was through the cross and it was His love for us that kept Him on it.

As Jesus hung on the cross, He uttered the three most important words ever spoken...“It is finished.” What was finished? The penalty for our sins was paid. When Jesus uttered these three words, everything changed for us. Do you realize that even if you were the only person that ever existed, Jesus still would have died just for you? He loves you that much.

Have you ever contemplated what Jesus experienced during the crucifixion? Take some time to reflect on the abuse Jesus endured for your sins and thank Him for taking the penalty for your sin.

Let’s pray together…
Jesus, I owed a debt I could not pay. You took upon yourself the penalty for my sin. I am overwhelmed by your love for me. Thank you for dying in my place. I pray that I can live my life in a way that honors your sacrifice for me. Amen.