2 Kings 13:1-14:22; Jeremiah 49:1-39; Hebrews 13:7-25
For to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and living. Romans 14:9
The death of Jesus on the cross was not the death of a martyr, but was God’s acceptable sacrifice for our sins. That God raised Him from the dead testifies to this truth. The death of Jesus on the cross was far more than a shameful act of a sinful people. It is a glorious act of redemption that is full of splendour and blessing. He has triumphed over all foes who were against Him. Sin has been paid for in full. Reconciliation with God is now possible. New life begins! And as we live it, may we bring forth “much fruit!” —Gaius C. Goff
I will praise my dear Redeemer, His triumphant pow’r I’ll tell,
How the victory He giveth, over sin, and death, and hell. —Phillip P. Bliss