The Cry that Changed the World – "It is Finished" | John 19:25–37

Road to Calvary The Cry that Changed the World – "It is Finished" John 19:25–37 Two Key Questions: What is finished? How is it finished? One Key Word "Tetelestai" = "It is finished" Means: Paid in Full "A completed work with ongoing results" Nothing left to be done WHAT WAS FINISHED? 1. The Requirements of the Law Jesus perfectly fulfilled God's Holy standard 2. The Promises of Scripture Prophecies fulfilled Types and shadows completed 3. The Sacrificial System Jesus = Final Lamb of God No more sacrifices needed 4. The Payment for Sin Sin debt fully paid Justice satisfied Redemption accomplished HOW WAS IT FINISHED? Physically Beaten, scourged, crucified Emotionally Rejected, abandoned, mocked Spiritually Bore our sin. Took our place 2 Corinthians 5:21 How Does This Affect Me? 1. Salvation Is Complete Nothing needs to be added 2. Jesus Is Victorious Not finished—He is risen and returning 3. You Contribute Nothing to Salvation No works No effort No earning "Salvation is received, not achieved" 4. Your Life Should/Will Change Live for Him, not yourself 2 Corinthians 5:15