How does Christ's sacrifice relate to our forgiveness?

The sacrifice of Christ is integral to our understanding of forgiveness. According to Isaiah 53:5, "But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed." This prophesies that Christ took on the punishment due to us, satisfying God's justice and enabling our redemption. His willingness to bear our sins underscores that our forgiveness is secured not through our actions, but through His grace as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.