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How do we know that Jesus Christ had to die for our sins?

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Jesus Christ had to die for our sins to satisfy God's justice and bring about salvation for His elect people.

The necessity of Christ's death is rooted in the understanding of justice and righteousness. Hebrews 2:9 points out that Jesus was made lower than the angels for the suffering of death, indicating that His humanity was essential for His sacrificial role. Christ's death was not merely an act of love but a divine requirement to atone for the sins of His people. He had to be both God and man to bridge the gap created by sin, ensuring that justice was fulfilled while providing salvation. In this way, Christ's atoning work is definitive and is centered on succeeding in redeeming those whom the Father has given to Him.
Scripture References: Hebrews 2:9, John 10:11, Romans 10:4

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