Do You Know Why Christ Died?
Christians generally agree that Jesus Christ died for their sins.
But how many really understand the significance of that sacrifice?
On that day the sky darkened, the earth shook and the great, thick curtain
separating the temple's most holy section from its outer compartment suddenly
ripped apart from the top down. This miraculous event symbolically indicated
that, because of Jesus Christ's sacrifice, direct access to God the Father
was now available to mankind (Luke 23:44-45; Hebrews 9:1-12). This remarkable
day and the unique events surrounding it changed the course of history.
In the final hours of Jesus' life, He shared some remarkable revelations
with His disciples. He spoke freely about their sharing with Him a personal
commitment to peace (John 14:27) and the help they would continue to receive
from Him through the Holy Spirit (John 16:7). Finally Jesus, His body
wracked with pain and knowing the end was near, said that His mission
on earth as a human being had been completed (John 19:30).
Most Christians assume they understand the significance of Jesus' death
and His shed blood. But do they?
