A Journey to the Cross: Walking Toward Jesus this Easter
He said to me: “It is done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. To the thirsty I will give water without cost from the spring of the water of life.” Revelation 21:6
When Jesus hung on that cross, He said, “It is finished.” John 19:30
Jesus took all our sin (my sin) to the cross on Calvary. He took upon himself the death and separation that is due us because of sin. Jesus became the sacrifice. His bloodshed was sufficient for all. He experienced the pain, hatred, and rejection. What the religious leaders of the day saw as a failure in His ministry, became the WIN for all who choose Him. Max Lucado said this about Calvary, “His plan is right on schedule. Even in–especially in–death, Christ is still the king, the king over his own crucifixion.”
What is your understanding of “It is finished”?
His life was a ransom for many…for you…for me. His obedience to the Father’s will, brings forgiveness and redemption to those who accept Him as Christ. Jesus having become the living sacrifice provides our life with meaning and purpose. We are called to live with hope and joy even in our struggles and hardships.
Other places in the Bible where Jesus is described as all we need:
Jesus calls himself the Living Water. John 4:13-14
Jesus calls himself the Bread of Life. John 6:51
Jesus calls himself the Good Shepherd who will lay down his life for the sheep. John 10:11
Jesus in laying down His life, reveals His great love for us. For there is no greater love than laying down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13
When Jesus said, “It is finished,” the work His Father sent Him to do was complete. He made a way for each of us to have eternal life. And it is secure! No one can snatch us out of His hand. John 10:28
Though Easter is just a few days away, our journey to the cross is not over. Our journey must continue. With Jesus, we can run our race well. He cares for us, and He can be our comforter. He is a faithful God. Let’s invite Him to be Lord over our life. We can trust Him with our life because He gave up his life for us. Let’s step out in faith to share the gospel and be encouragers to one another. 2 Corinthians 13:11
Your journey to the cross this Easter season
Scripture Reflection:
Psalm 16:11
1 John 2:25
- How does the presence of Christ in your life bring you joy?
- With this promise of eternal life, how does your life reflect this security?
- In what ways can you praise and worship the King?
