The death of Jesus Christ is the
fulfillment in history of the very
mind and purpose of GOD. There is
no place for seeing Jesus Christ as
a martyr. His death was not something
that happened to HIM-not something
that might have been prevented.
HIS death was the very reason
HE came.
Never build your case for forgiveness
on the idea that GOD is our Father and
HE will forgive us because HE loves us.
That contradicts the revealed truth of
GOD in Jesus Christ. It makes the cross
unnecessary, and redemption "much ado
about nothing." GOD forgives sin only
because of the death of HIS Son, and
Jesus is exalted as Savior because of
HIS death. "We see Jesus...for the
suffering of death crowned with glory
and honor..." The greatest note of
triumph ever sounded in the ears of
a startled universe was sounded on
the cross of Christ---"It is finished!"
That is the final word in the redemption
of mankind.
OSWALD CHAMBERS