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What is the significance of Christ saying 'It is finished' on the cross?

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'It is finished' signifies that all the work needed for salvation has been completed, ensuring believers' redemption and justification.

When Christ cried 'It is finished' from the cross, He was declaring that the redemptive work assigned to Him was completed. This declaration holds profound theological significance as it confirms that every prophecy, every requirement of the law, and every need for atonement had been fulfilled in His sacrifice. It marks the completion of God’s plan for salvation, emphasizing that no further sacrifice is needed and that believers are fully justified in Him. Christ’s work is perfect; thus, those who trust in Him are assured that their sins are atoned for and that they are accepted by God. This doctrine encapsulates the essence of the gospel, where salvation is wholly dependent on Christ’s accomplished work rather than any human effort, underscoring the grace of God in securing the eternal fate of His people.
Scripture References: John 19:30, Romans 4:25, Hebrews 10:14

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