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Why is Jesus's forsaking by God significant?

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Jesus's forsaking by God signifies the fulfillment of His role as our substitute and the gravity of our sins.

The moment Jesus cried out, 'My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?' (Matthew 27:46), it marked a profound point in redemptive history. This forsaking was necessary for Him to bear the weight of our sins, fulfilling the Scripture (Isaiah 53:6) that said the Lord laid on Him the iniquity of us all. It was an expression of the divine wrath against sin, which He bore in our place, demonstrating His role as our substitute. This moment highlights both the seriousness of our sin and the depth of Christ's love, as He willingly endured separation from the Father to reconcile us to God.
Scripture References: Matthew 27:46, Isaiah 53:6, 2 Corinthians 5:21

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Forsaken Of All
Darvin Pruitt · Aug 18, 2013
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