#christ's sacrifice

[mybeautifulchristianjourney]

One Died for All

14 We are ruled by the love of Christ, now that we recognize that one man died for everyone, which means that they all share in his death. 15 He died for all, so that those who live should no longer live for themselves, but only for him who died and was raised to life for their sake. — 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 | Good News Translation (GNT) Good News Translation® (Today’s English Version, Second Edition) © 1992 American Bible Society. All rights reserved. Cross References: Acts 18:5; Romans 4:25; Romans 5:15; Romans 6:6; Romans 6:13; Romans 14:7; 2 Corinthians 12:10; Galatians 2:20; Colossians 3:3

[rhiannonsaintofcharm]

do you guys think that part of the reason Gideon’s death was so devastating to Harrow was that before then, there had at least been one person who survived the mass murder that created her? two hundred souls had been destroyed for her sake, but the annihilation wasn’t complete — there was one who escaped. one who lived. do you think Gideon dying, for the sake of Harrow living, snuffed out her one last glimmer of hope for absolution?

[sophieseals]

At this point I’m starting to wonder what alien fans actually want out of an alien film because NOTHING seems to make you happy

[holyspiritgirl]

Study a bible verse with me 🤍

John 12:24 (NLT) says:

“I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat is planted in the soil and dies, it remains alone. But its death will produce many new kernels—a plentiful harvest of new lives.”

• Through scripture, Jesus uses the metaphor of a grain of wheat to illustrate a deeper spiritual truth. In agriculture, a single grain of wheat must be buried in the soil to grow into a plant. So technically, it’s “death” is essential for new growth and multiplication.

• The "death" of the kernel symbolizes the necessary sacrifice and transformation required for new life. For Jesus, this metaphor directly points to His impending crucifixion. His physical death is essential for the spiritual renewal and salvation of humanity. Just as the seed must die to bring forth new life, Jesus must undergo His death to bring about the promise of eternal life.

• This verse emphasizes that Jesus’ sacrificial death will not be in vain but will result in a "plentiful harvest of new lives." This indicates that His death will lead to the growth of many new believers and the establishment of a new spiritual reality. The “new kernels” represent the new lives and believers that will emerge from His sacrificial act.

• This principle extends beyond Jesus’ own death. It serves as a broader teaching on discipleship and sacrifice. As followers of Christ, we are also called to embrace the idea that personal sacrifice and self-denial are often necessary for spiritual growth and fruitful ministry. The idea is that through sacrifice, individuals can contribute to a greater spiritual harvest and the spread of God's Kingdom.

• The verse highlights a counterintuitive truth in the Kingdom of God: true success and growth often come through sacrifice and loss. This perspective challenges worldly views on success and encourages us to embrace sacrificial love and service as pathways to spiritual fruitfulness.

• In summary, John 12:24 uses the metaphor of a grain of wheat to show why Jesus’ death was necessary for a great spiritual harvest and crucial for our salvation. He died for our sins out of immense love, so we wouldn’t have to face death ourselves. His sacrifice leads to new spiritual life and growth, not only for Himself but also for those who follow Him and are called to live selflessly.

Have a blessed day 👼🏻🙏💕

[4him-iwrite]

real love and real giving, involves sacrifice. As king David said, "nor will i offer offerings to the Lord my God which costs me nothing" 2 Samuel 24:24

Don't give God your left overs. Things given to Him or for Him should cost us something, not nothing.

[thankstothe]

uh-huh

[need-grows-teeth]

1. A History of My Brief Body, Billy-Ray Belcourt/ 2&5. The Passion of Christ. (2004)/ 3. Guilty of Dust, Frank Bidart/ 4. The Last Days of Judas Iscariot, Stephen Adly Guirgis/ 6. The Dragon Republic, R. F. Kuang/ 7. Masquerade, Dangerously Yours Radio Show/ 8. Dragon Age Inquisition, (2014)/ 9. Underbelly, Nicole Holmer/ 10. The 1, Taylor Swift

[starryeyedaughterofchaos]

[heartoflesh]

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (2005) dir. Andrew Adamson

[skitskatdacat63]

Hello guys!!!!! Aforementioned project is finally finished 🫠 It was meant to be just a simple weekend project, and ended up being 30+ hours over the period of like four days. I don't think I'm an actual normal human anymore. This is the project that caused everyone in my life to question my mental and physical wellbeing and health. But I'm super excited to share this all of you!!!! Please enjoy!!!! Even if you don't like vettonso, I hope this is still interesting????

If you make any, please reblog this or tag me in it! I'm excited to see what other people, other than just me suffering alone in my bedroom, make out of this!!! <3

[prayerandzoloft]

i suppose that one of my most unpopular opinions is that christianity - in it’s most liberating & progressive forms - does require a lifelong commitment to self-sacrifice. you are called, like Christ, to burn yourself in order to keep others warm.

i’m not a fan of the modern idea of “cheap grace,” which scoffs at things like undeserved forgiveness. you are called to forgive the worst people you know, even if it takes a lifetime.

while grace is abundant, free, and gentle - we find the example of Christ condescending himself to live among the “least of these,” suffering and dying - and calling his followers to do the same.

christ’s mercy never waned for those followers who walked away, but many did walk away once the calling became difficult.

while a lot of the language of “discipline” and “discipleship” gets misapplied by conservative christians to tie heavy burdens onto others, i think it’s a mistake as a progressive/leftist believers to ignore the fact that following Christ can certainly require intense levels of personal discomfort and difficult work.

yet, we don’t suffer alone.

[7pleiades7]

“Ghent Altarpiece”, completed in 1432, (detail), by Jan van Eyck (1390-1441), twelve interior panels, oil on wood panel, 5.2 x 3.75 m, St Bavo's Cathedral, Ghent

[wiirocku]

Ephesians 5:1-2 (NIV) - Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave Himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.

[jameslmartello]

[cabin-3-counselor]

JORGE!!!!!! MY CAPTAIN!!!!! WHAT IN THE ACTUAL FUCKKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!!!!!!!!! HOW COULD YOU END IT LIKE THIS??????

[myremnantarmy]

"𝘔𝘺 𝘓𝘰𝘳𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘺 𝘎𝘰𝘥."