What Jesus Really Meant by “It Is Finished” | Jeff Evans

Why did Jesus die for you and what did He mean when He said, “It is finished”? Discover how the cross reveals God’s love, fulfills His promises, and offers forgiveness we could never earn. In “It Was Always Jesus,” Jeff Evans continues our study of the chronological life of Christ by exploring the crucifixion through Mark 15, Luke 23, and John 19. From the grace offered to the thief on the cross to the prophecies of Psalm 22, Scripture reveals the significance of Jesus’ sacrifice. Jeff explores Tetelestai, the Greek word translated “It is finished,” and explains its significance through the pictures of a debt paid in full, a victory won, and a penalty satisfied. Jesus’ declaration points to His completed work: He willingly took our place, paid the price for our sins, and opened the way for us to come into God’s presence. You don’t have to clean yourself up before coming to Jesus. His grace is a gift—and His invitation is to receive it, turn from sin, and follow Him. As we trace God’s promises through the Old Testament to the cross, one truth becomes clear: it was always Jesus! KEY SCRIPTURES: Mark 15:22–36 Luke 23:39–43 John 19:28–30 Psalm 22 Isaiah 53 CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome and opening prayer 01:13 Blessed to be a blessing 05:32 Discipleship groups at Grace 07:02 What does it mean to follow Jesus? 09:41 Why the crucifixion matters 12:29 Jesus is crucified 17:13 The love that kept Jesus on the cross 18:13 The thief on the cross and the gift of grace 23:15 Darkness and Jesus’ cry from the cross 25:51 Psalm 22 and fulfilled prophecy 33:17 “It is finished” 34:19 Tetelestai: the word behind Jesus’ declaration 35:32 Paid in full: what Jesus accomplished 36:53 God’s promises point to Jesus 42:29 The torn veil and access to God 44:44 An invitation to follow Jesus 47:07 Closing prayer Lead Pastor: Jeff Evans Series: The Chronological Life of Christ Grace Community Church | Crossville, Tennessee Share what stood out to you in the comments, and subscribe for more Bible teaching from Grace Community Church. For more information about Grace Community Church in Crossville, TN visit www.gcclive.com You can also find us on social media at:   / crossvillegrace     / crossvillegrace     / crossvillegrace