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How do we know Jesus is our substitute for sin?

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Jesus is our substitute because He bore the penalty for our sins as the Lamb of God, fulfilling the requirements of God's justice.

The doctrine of substitutionary atonement is central to the Christian faith, grounded in both the Old and New Testaments. Isaiah 53 depicts the suffering servant bearing the sins of His people, confirming the prophecy that He would be stricken for our transgressions. In fulfilling this role, Jesus, as both fully God and fully man, could justly bear the weight of sin for a multitude. His resurrection is vital, as it vindicates His sacrifice, demonstrating that He has conquered sin and death. Galatians 3:13 summarizes this well, stating that Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us.
Scripture References: Isaiah 53, Galatians 3:13, Romans 5:8, Jonah 1:12, Isaiah 53:5, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Psalm 38:4, Hebrews 9:22, Isaiah 53:10

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Isaiah 53
John R Davis · May 8, 2022
My Sin
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