John 19:30

Many years ago, my wife and I traveled on a mission trip to visit an orphanage overseas. We knew the cost of such a trip would be substantial, but we were still waiting to receive the final bill. It wasn't until we were midway through the trip that we found out a donor had covered the entire cost that we owed. We were in disbelief and brought to tears that someone would pay such a high price on our behalf. When we look at the price Jesus paid for our sins, sometimes it might be hard to imagine that someone would be willing to pay such a high price for us. But with His final words on the cross, "It is finished", he wanted us to know that the payment was made in full. Completed. Totally satisfied. You won't be receiving an invoice later. Let that truth fill you with joy and comfort knowing that you are fully forgiven!

PASSAGE: John 19:30 - "When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, “It is finished,” and he bowed his head and gave up his spirit."

PAUSE: The good news of the Gospel is that our sins have been atoned for once and for all. When Christ cried out, “It is Finished!” He wanted the whole world to know that our sins have been paid for in full. Do you believe this? Do you struggle to accept the gift of salvation? If so, remember, “It is Finished!”

PRAYER: Heavenly Father, when I doubt your forgiveness, help me to pause and remember that Christ suffered and died on the cross for my forgiveness.  Thank you for the good news of the Gospel; help me to share this next week.