The cross is central to Christianity as it represents the fulfillment of God's justice and mercy in the salvation of sinners.
The cross is the focal point of God's redemptive plan, displaying His attributes of justice, love, and grace. As emphasized in 1 Corinthians 1:18, the message of the cross appears foolish to the world, yet for believers, it is the power of God. It is through the cross that Christ accomplished salvation by bearing the sins of His people, providing complete sufficiency for redemption, ensuring that salvation is wholly contingent on His finished work rather than on human effort. Therefore, the cross is not merely a historical event but the very essence of the gospel that every believer must grasp.
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