The Message of the Cross – Part 50:
The Most Important Message of Life – The Path of Faith
The Final Message – The Proclamation of Change
Introduction
One of life’s greatest questions is: “What is the purpose of our existence?” We are all searching for the same question in the world: “Where did we come from, why are we here, and where are we going?” The message of the cross of Jesus, which is connected to the profound mystery of death and resurrection, is the most important answer to this life. Based on this message, we can give life true meaning and purpose. This is the message that changes the hearts of everyone and awakens the hope of eternal life.
In today’s world, we are forced to think about many things – success, wealth, status, and social acceptance. But all these external things cannot give us true peace and happiness. The message of the cross, the sacrifice of Jesus and His resurrection, gives us a deeper meaning and purpose in life. This message is not limited to historical events; it can bring profound change to the lives of every person in today’s era.
1. The Message of the Cross – The Truth of Salvation
The profound meaning of the message of the cross is salvation. Jesus’ death on the cross freed us from the bondage of sin, suffering, and the power of death. The Bible says: “No one can receive forgiveness for their sins. Only Jesus, who gave his life on the cross, can wash away the sin of sin.” (1 John 1:7)
When Jesus gave his life on the cross, he paid the price for the sins of all people. He suffered the punishment for sin on behalf of every sinful person. This broke the bonds of sin and opened the way for us to be reconciled to God. That is why only the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross made the forgiveness of our sins possible. The message of Jesus’ cross promises us forgiveness of sins and salvation. By accepting it, we can begin a new life.
2. The Path of Faith: Forgiveness of Sin and Salvation
This is a life-changing experience. “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16)
Our relationship with God was broken because of sin, but Jesus’ sacrifice restored it. When we accept Jesus in faith as our Savior and the Son of God, we become entitled to the forgiveness of sins. Faith is the only way to receive salvation through the forgiveness of sins.
3. The Resurrection of Jesus: New Hope for Life
The resurrection is not just the glory of Jesus and the power of God, it is the renewal of life for every believer. The resurrection of Jesus announced the end of death and sin. This message reminds us that, just as Jesus rose again after death, we too can have life after death by believing in Jesus.
The power of the resurrection gives us real hope for life. This message inspires us to live, when our faith is based on Jesus. No suffering, pain, or death can wear us down, because Jesus has defeated all. It is the power of the resurrection that gives us courage and hope.
4. The Message of the Cross and the Power of Love
Jesus’ death on the cross is an expression of a great love. Jesus sacrificed himself for us in love. This love was not only expressed in words, but also in deeds. The love he sacrificed on the cross inspires us to love, forgive, and understand one another.
According to the Bible, “Love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things” (1 Corinthians 13:7). The love Jesus sacrificed on the cross can completely transform our lives. We are responsible for absorbing Jesus’ love and spreading it to others.
5. The Harmony of Faith and Works
We receive salvation by faith, but faith is manifested through works. Jesus said, “You shall see the works of the people who follow me” (Matthew 7:21). Faith and works must go together. The message of the cross tells us that salvation is achieved through faith alone, but that faith needs to be translated into works.
When we walk in the path of Jesus and set the direction of our lives on his teachings and example, we can experience true faith.
6. The Hope of Eternal Life
The message of the cross of Jesus is not just for our present life, it also offers the hope of eternal life. When we believe in the sacrifice and resurrection of Jesus on the cross, we are prepared for eternal life. This life is not just about staying on earth, it leads us into a relationship with the eternal God.
Ultimately, Jesus said, “If anyone wants to come after me, he must deny himself and follow me” (Matthew 16:24). By accepting this, we begin a new life, in which we are prepared for eternal life.
Conclusion: The Life-Changing Power of the Message of the Cross
In today’s world where sin, suffering, and struggle have worn people down, the message of the cross is the true way of life. Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross and resurrection offer us salvation from sin and the hope of eternal life. This message is not limited to historical events, it also changes lives today.
Jesus said, “You will always be with me” (Luke 23:43). This message inspires us that we can receive eternal life by believing in Jesus. The message of the cross is very simple – believe and repent, and receive eternal life by accepting the full meaning of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross in your life.
Bible verse:
“For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” (John 3:16)
In this article, we have made a deep effort to understand the deeper meaning of the message of the cross and its life-changing impact. When we internalize it, our lives will experience eternal change and new direction.