What did Jesus mean when He said on the cross "IT IS FINISHED"
Why are some churches teaching we still need to Finish it ourselves by works, sacraments and baptisms?
2007-10-17 05:17:47 · 15 answers · asked by brian 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Christ meant that the PRICE HAD BEEN PAID, IN FULL.
God bless!
2007-10-17 05:26:54 · answer #1 · answered by Devoted1 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋
It is finished; that is, the counsels of the Father concerning his sufferings were now fulfilled. It is finished; all the types and
prophecies of the Old Testament, which pointed at the sufferings of the Messiah, were accomplished. It is finished; the ceremonial law is abolished; the substance is now come, and all the shadows are done away. It is finished; an end is made of transgression by bringing in an everlasting righteousness. His sufferings were now finished, both those of his soul, and those of his body. It is finished; the work of man's redemption and salvation is now completed. His life was not taken from him by
force, but freely given up. (Jn 19:31-37)
The 7 sacraments were given to us by Jesus Himself and they are all biblical. Our salvation is an on going process, not a one time thing as many think. All who endure til the end will be saved.
2007-10-17 05:46:56 · answer #2 · answered by tebone0315 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
He meant that the price had been paid in full, that now we could receive forgiveness for sin once and for all time. The Passover had been fulfilled. His blood had saved us this time. I think churches either don't understand, or they just like to control people. It is hard for people to comprehend that once the bill is paid in full there are no more payments. This world likes the system of checks and balances, they can't accept something so simple as a free gift without a catch to it.
2007-10-17 05:25:04 · answer #3 · answered by Connie D 4 · 2⤊ 3⤋
When Jesus said "IT IS FINISHED" he was referring to the reason for his coming on earth. He suffered and died for the forgiveness of sins and he completed his mission.
Before that, he commanded that all be baptized and those who believe in Jesus (not just believe that he existed) will do good works. Their good works are not so special, they are just things that they are supposed to do.
By asking this question, you have shown that you are interested. Don't let your interest fade. Believe in Jesus and live.
2007-10-17 05:31:21 · answer #4 · answered by angelo 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
"Baptism . . . now saves you.." (1 Pet. 3:21; cf. Acts 2:38, 22:16, Rom. 6:3–4, Col. 2:11–12)
James 2:24 - "You see that a person is justified by what he does and not by faith alone."
Yes. Jesus said: "‘I am the living bread which came down from heaven; if any one eats of this bread, he will live for ever; and the bread which I shall give for the life of the world is my flesh.’ The Jews then disputed among themselves, saying, ‘How can this man give us his flesh to eat?’" (John 6:51–52). In Matthew 26:26 Jesus tells them how: "While they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Take and eat; this is my body."
2007-10-17 05:26:00 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 4⤋
He came to earth to fulfill his goal (mission), which was to defeat the devil and forgive our sins. By having Jesus crucified he build a bridge which brings us closed to God (God can't stand sin). So when he was in the cross, he said " It is finish" meaning He came, He conquered and forgave our sin.
2007-10-17 05:24:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 2⤋
His work of grace was finished and it still is. We now can come to the throne of grace and be forgiven of our sins and recieve the gift of eternal life. Baptism is a sign that we have died self and (buried in the water) and risen to new life of total surrender to Christ. (brought out of watery grave). We keep the commandments because we want to please God not to make it to heaven.
2007-10-17 05:26:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
He meant that he had now paid the price for our sins. Now, as he rose again and ascended into heaven, he told his disciples to spread the word world wide. Have you asked him to be a part of your life?
2007-10-17 05:25:49 · answer #8 · answered by Adam Chambers 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
It meant that his own personal earthly mission was accomplished :
the only PERFECT, and the final sacrifice
the remission of all sins
complete submission to God's perfect will
the salvation of mankind
the restoration of our relationship with God
victory over death and sin
Regarding works, while I don't believe they are necessary for salvation (see above), they are ABSOLUTELY necessary to show Christ's love to the world, if we are to be the body of Christ and his hands, feet, words...
2007-10-17 05:23:21 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 3⤋
Another fundie quoting out of context.
2007-10-17 05:28:54 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Death's reign over man
2007-10-17 05:24:57 · answer #11 · answered by christian_me 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋