20/04/2025
Hello fam i hope ni right..it's day three of Good Friday
Jesus was sent by his Father “to proclaim good news to the poor . . . freedom for the prisoners and recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed free, to proclaim the year of the Lord's favor” (Luke 4:18–19).
His great purpose was to restore sinners to their God so that they may have eternal life forever with him.
This involved his sacrificial death on the cross, his resurrection, and his offering of eternal life to those who believe in him. Additionally, Jesus' mission involved demonstrating God's love and grace, teaching about the kingdom of God, and fulfilling prophesies.
Jesus' death on the cross is seen as a payment for the sins of humanity, allowing for forgiveness and reconciliation with God.
Those who believe in Jesus and follow his teachings are promised eternal life with God.
Jesus' life, teachings, and actions are seen as a manifestation of God's love for the world, offering hope and guidance.
Jesus proclaimed the coming of God's kingdom, a reign of justice, peace, and righteousness, and taught his followers how to live in accordance with its principles.
Jesus' birth, life, ministry, death, and resurrection were understood as fulfilling prophecies found in the Old Testament.
During the three days between his death and resurrection, Jesus's body was in the tomb while his spirit was in Paradise, according to Christian belief. The New Testament records his resurrection on the third day, with appearances to his disciples following. This event is central to Christian faith, signifying Jesus's victory over death and the promise of eternal life.
Christian tradition holds that Jesus died on a Friday, was buried, and then resurrected on the following Sunday, which is why Easter is celebrated on a Sunday.
While his body was in the tomb, the Bible suggests Jesus's spirit was in Paradise, a place of rest for the righteous.
The resurrection is a core belief in Christianity, signifying Jesus's triumph over death and the potential for eternal life for believers.
Following his resurrection, Jesus appeared to his disciples, solidifying the truth of his resurrection and giving them the mandate to share the Good News with the world, according to the New Testament.
Anga uThixo onothando, uThixo onenceba engazange iphele, uThixo onoxolo ,ahlale ezi ntliziyweni zethu, asilondoloze ngamaxesha onke, asisikelele, afezekise nemenqweno yethu ade abuye unyana wakhe
Amen .🙏🏾🙏🏾