Scripture affirms that Jesus' crucifixion was preordained by God as the means for our salvation, as seen in Acts 4:26-28.
The truth of Jesus being lifted up is established in both the prophetic Scriptures and the New Testament witness. In Acts 4:26-28, it's revealed that Herod, Pontius Pilate, and the rulers of the earth conspired against Jesus, yet their actions were within God's predetermined plan. This demonstrates that Christ’s death was not an accident but a divinely orchestrated event necessary for the salvation of His chosen people. Additionally, Jesus Himself referenced this in John 12:32-33, claiming that His being lifted up would draw all men to Him, indicating the necessity of His crucifixion for bringing salvation to mankind. Therefore, the Scriptures collectively testify to the truth of Jesus Christ being lifted up for our redemption.
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