John 19:30; Luke 23:46

The 7 last words:

• “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do”. Luke 23:34.
• “Today you will be with me in paradise”. Luke 23:43
• “Behold your son: behold your mother”. ... John 19:26-27
• “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” ... Matt.27:46
• “I thirst”. ... John 19:28
• “It is finished”. ... John 19:30
• “Father, into your hands I commend my spirit”. Luke 23:46

Central Emphasis: Christ voluntary death is a picture of a surrendered will,  to fulfill the plan of saving people from their sin.

John 19:30 (ESV)30 When Jesus had received the sour wine, he said, “It is finished,” and he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.Luke 23:46 (ESV)46 Then Jesus, calling out with a loud voice, said, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!” And having said this he breathed his last.

• Christ fully paid our sins..
  • In order that we may see the greatness of his sacrifice.
    • Isaiah 53:5; Matthew 20:17-19
  • In order that we may see suffering and death have eternal benefit.
    • Phil.1:29;2 Timothy 4:6-7
  • In order that God’s purpose and will on earth be done.
    • Matt. 6:10; Mark 14:36;

Every knee will bow! for it is written, “As I live, says the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God.” Romans 14:11 ESV