How do we know Jesus' suffering relates to our sin?
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Jesus' suffering directly corresponds to humanity's sin as He bore the wrath of God on Calvary for our transgressions.
The sacrificial sufferings of Jesus articulate the depths of our sin and God's disdain for it. In Isaiah 53:5, it states, 'But He was pierced for our transgressions; He was crushed for our iniquities.' This verse denotes that Christ's suffering was not arbitrary but was designed to reconcile our sin against God. The psalms reflect the agony of Christ's soul, as seen in Psalm 88, which uniquely encapsulates His affliction and desolation. The biblical narrative consistently ties His suffering to the salvation of His people, answering the penalty for sin that each of us deserves. Thus, Calvary is a profound testament to the gravity of sin and the mercy of God.
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