Jesus Christ lived a perfect human life. This is something no other person in the history of the human race has done, we are all sinners. The Bible says Jesus died for our sins and bodily rose from the grave. In his life, death and resurrection we find forgiveness of sins, peace with God and new life in him.
1. Circle the keywords or phrases in the following Scriptures.
God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21 (NIV)
For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." Mark 10:45 (NIV)
…for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, Romans 3:23 (NIV)
For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23 (NIV)
But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:6 (NIV)
"Don't be alarmed," he said. "You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid him. Mark 16:6 (NIV)
God has raised this Jesus to life, and we are all witnesses of the fact. Exalted to the right hand of God, he has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear. Acts 2:32,33 (NIV)
2. What do the above passages tell us about:
Jesus’ life Why Jesus had to die Human sinfulness The consequences of sin The Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead
Memorize ***2 Corinthians 5:21***
Strengthening Your Walk:
Answering the following questions regarding Salvation will help you to grow and learn more regarding God’s Word. Look up the Scripture references to find the answers.
The death of Jesus:
1. Read Mark 15:34-38. What does it mean when Jesus cries out “My God, my God, why have your forsaken me?
2. What do you think was happening at that time?
3. What do you think the tearing of the temple curtain symbolizes?
The resurrection of Jesus:
1. Read Luke 24:36-43. Why does Jesus have his disciples touch him and why does he eat with them?
2. Read 1 Corinthians 15:12-22. What does Jesus’ resurrection mean for us?
The intercession of Jesus:
1. In Romans 6:23 what are the wages of sin?
2. What is the gift of God?
3. According to Revelation 21:8 what is the second death like?
4. According to Revelation 21:1-7 what is eternal life like?
5. Read 1 John 5:11-13. Who has life?
6. Who does not have life?
7. In whom and through whom is eternal life found?