Jesus' sacrifice is essential because it fulfills the requirements of God's justice, allowing sinners to be forgiven and reconciled without compromising His holiness.
The sacrifice of Jesus is central to the Christian faith because it addresses both God's demand for justice and His nature as merciful. According to 2 Corinthians 5:21, 'For He hath made Him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him.' This verse exemplifies how Christ took upon Himself the punishment meant for us, thus satisfying the wrath of God against sin. The death of Jesus does not only offer forgiveness but also ensures that God's justice is upheld, allowing God to show mercy without compromising His holiness. This act of love, wherein Christ bore the curse for His people (Galatians 3:13), makes His sacrifice indispensable for our redemption.
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