Was Jesus’ Death Really a Sacrifice if He Knew He Would Rise Again?
Jun 24, 2024
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Exploring why Jesus' death was considered a sacrifice despite his foreknowledge of resurrection. Did Jesus' disciples offer sacrifices at the temple? What does it mean that sin causes separation from God if God is omnipresent? Unconventional ways Jesus cleansed others and his interactions with sinners are discussed.
Jesus' acceptance of crucifixion despite resurrection knowledge showcases the importance of enduring the passion.
Sacrifice of Jesus served as crucial atonement, essential in completing payment for sins.
Deep dives
Jesus' Sacrifice: Accepting Pain Despite Knowing the Outcome
Despite knowing he would be resurrected, Jesus still anguished over his impending crucifixion, as seen in his emotional struggle in the Gospel of John. The knowledge of his resurrection did not diminish the suffering and pain he experienced during the crucifixion. Jesus' acceptance of the crucifixion was necessary to fulfill his role in enduring the cross, showcasing the importance of undergoing the passion despite being aware of the eventual resurrection.
The Significance of Christ's Sacrifice as Atonement
The sacrifice of Jesus served as a crucial act of atonement, mirroring the significance of sacrifices in the temple that appeased God's wrath. His sacrificial death was essential in completing the payment for sins, highlighted by his statement 'It is finished.' Despite knowing he would rise again, the sacrifice remained a vital aspect for fulfilling God's plan of redemption by offering the ultimate atonement for humanity.
Understanding the Concept of Sin and God's Justice
The concept of sin causing separation from God does not imply physical distance but signifies a broken relationship in need of restoration. God's holiness involves a just wrath towards sin, showcasing his commitment to addressing wrongdoing. This understanding clarifies that the separation from God is more about a broken relationship requiring reconciliation rather than a physical distancing from sinners, as exemplified in Jesus' interactions with sinners during his ministry.
Questions about why God the Father required a sacrifice (and whether Jesus’ short-term death was really a sacrifice), whether Jesus’ disciples ever offered sacrifices at the temple, and what it means to say that sin causes separation from God if God is omnipresent.
Why did God the Father require a sacrifice, and if Jesus knew he would rise again in three days, was his death really a sacrifice?
Did Jesus’ disciples ever offer sacrifices at the temple, and if not, why not?
How can I explain the idea that “sin causes separation from God” to someone who believes that it denies God’s omnipresence and denies Jesus interacted with sinners?
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