Why did Jesus die?

“Jesus died for us” is central to the Christian faith. But what did the cross accomplish?

Why Did Jesus Die? examines several dimensions of the cross: God’s judgement on sin, the love revealed in Christ’s sacrifice, the new life believers receive, freedom from sin and condemnation, the defeat of the devil and the creation of a new people united in Christ. It then considers what a cross-centred life looks like now, when the events of Calvary are allowed to shape our confidence, priorities and relationships. 

Download this free booklet if you want to understand the cross more fully, revisit truths that have become familiar or become better able to explain why Jesus’ death matters.

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