Freedom In The Gospel Part 4: The True Meaning Of The Cross
Feb 14, 2025
Explore the agony Jesus faced in Gethsemane, where the weight of God's wrath loomed large. Discover how He bore our sins and took upon Himself the curse meant for humanity, enduring incomprehensible suffering on the cross. Delve into His cries of abandonment and the profound meaning of 'It Is Finished,' showcasing how justice was satisfied. The resurrection affirms the sufficiency of His sacrifice, while the story of the penitent thief emphasizes grace for the worst sinners and the assurance of true salvation.
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The Cross As Bearing Sin
- Jesus' death is not merely physical suffering but the bearing of sinners' guilt before a holy God.
- Paul Washer explains that on the cross Christ took all sins of his people and bore them in God's presence.
Washer's Early Doubts About The Cross
- Paul Washer recounts his early confusion about how Christ's physical suffering removes sin.
- He describes asking older Christians and seminary teachers until scripture clarified the cross's true meaning.
God's Wrath Is Holily Just
- God's wrath is a fierce, holy hatred against evil and it falls justly on sinners.
- Washer stresses that God hates sin as part of his perfect love for righteousness and will eventually withdraw mercy.