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What does it mean that Jesus came to save His people from their sin?

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Jesus' mission was to provide atonement for His people by taking upon Himself their sins and offering salvation through His death and resurrection.

When the angel declared in Matthew 1:21 that Jesus would save His people from their sins, it encapsulated the very essence of the Gospel. This salvation entails not only the forgiveness of sins but also the fulfillment of the law's demands through Christ's own sinless life. He came not merely to teach or reform but to act as a sacrificial substitute, bearing the penalty of sin that we deserved. His death on the cross was the ultimate act of love and justice, allowing us to be reconciled to God. Salvation is thus complete and sufficient for all whom He died for, ensuring that no one He came to save will be lost.
Scripture References: Matthew 1:21, John 10:11-15, Romans 5:8

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Christ Was Born On This Wise
Frank Tate · Dec 25, 2016
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