2 Corinthians 5:21
When reflecting upon the implications of the cross, several items stand out. Jesus being our substitute, His deep love for us, and His willingness to lay down His own life for us are three examples. However, the one that may be hardest for me to grasp is found in 2 Corinthians 5:21.
Jesus who is holy, pure, and righteous is said to be "(made) sin on our behalf." It was not that Jesus didn't deserve this punishment while He was here on earth for His 33 plus years, it is the fact that Jesus didn't deserve punishment at all. Here is the Holy God hanging on a cross. He deserved worship and adoration, yet, He willingly took upon Himself our sins and bore them for us so that we might receive His righteousness.
As you ponder the implications of the cross, think about the price that Jesus paid. It is in light of this verse and passages like Philippians 2:5-11 that should humble us at the significance of Jesus condescension to come to earth and die for us.
Read John 19:16-42; Matthew 27:33-56 and reflect upon the death of Jesus today.
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