0271. 267. Death of Christ

267. Death of Christ

There are several ways in which the death of Christ is stated, each of which has its own touch of meaning.

1. A Sinful Act. “Being put to death in the flesh” (1Pe_3:18).

2. A Saving Atonement. “Through His Blood” (Eph_1:7).

3. A Suffering Attachment. “The Cross of Christ… the marks of Jesus” (Gal_6:14-17).

4. A Slain Servant. “He came to give His life a ransom” (Mat_20:28).

5. A Soul Travailed. “The travail of His soul” (Isa_53:11).

6. A Sacrifice Given. “Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us” (1Co_5:7).

7. A Submerged Saviour. “I have a baptism to be baptised with” (Luk_12:50).

By: DR. F. E. MARSH