Gospel Journey

Why did Jesus have to suffer so much?

Welcome to the GOSPEL JOURNEY. This week we'll be working through the sentence: Paying the price for sin, Jesus died and rose again. These posts are to help you engage with the central message of the Bible. Comment. Question. Agree. Disagree. Either way, let us know what you think.

Why did Jesus have to suffer so much?

We've taken a few days to look at the suffering Christ faced (and haven't even dealt with the details of His crucifixion yet). You may be wondering why it was necessary for Him to face so much pain and suffering. Couldn't a quick death have served the same purpose of paying the penalty with His blood? Take a look at I Peter 2:21-25 and answer these questions:

1. For whom did Jesus die?
2. Was Jesus guilty?
3. Where were our sins placed?
4. Why would this require immense suffering?

Paul tells us that it was all nailed to the cross, meaning the penalty for our sin was placed upon Jesus on the cross. His suffering was immense because He was carrying the penalty for your sin, my sin, and the sin of all who will believe.

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