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What does the Bible say about Jesus bearing His cross?

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Jesus bearing His cross symbolizes His deep humiliation and vicarious suffering for our sins.

In John 19, Jesus carries His cross as a form of humiliation, fulfilling the prophecies of the Old Testament regarding the sin offering, particularly as referenced in Leviticus 16. His act of bearing the cross illustrates that He, as our substitute, took upon Himself the weight of our sin. This was not a mere physical burden but a profound representation of the spiritual curse that He bore for humanity's salvation. The act serves as a reminder of the depth of sinfulness and the great lengths to which Jesus went to redeem sinners.
Scripture References: John 19:17-18, Leviticus 16:27, Hebrews 13:12

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John 19:17-27
J. C. Ryle · Nov 20, 2022
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