REASONS WHY CHRIST DIED. “That He might bring us to God.” [1 Peter 3:18]. Christ has removed the barrier caused by sin that separated us from God. We were brought near, who were strangers. “That He might deliver us from this present evil world.” [Galatians 1:4]. The cosmos and all its treachery are under the system organized by Satan. We are free from the curse of the law by the death of the Savior. “That He might redeem us from all iniquity (lawlessness).” [Titus 2:14]. Our own nature deceives us and puts us in bondage. The death of Christ had paid the price of redemption. “To take away our sins.” [1John 3:5]. Every act of disobedience to God’s laws and every act of sin has a consequence, and He was crucified to remove the curse of the law. “That He might destroy the works of the devil.” [1John 3:8]. The devil wants worship that is reserved for the Lord. Christ restored what He took, not away. He died to remove the devil's deception, lies, and murderous designs. “That He might be Lord.” [Romans 14:9]. He has the right to be Lord of all. He made us, saved us, keeps us. He has the right of the Creator, sustaining power, reconciliation, and redemption. “That we should live unto Christ.” [2Corinthians 5:14-15]. It is wrong to make ourselves the center of our lives. God Himself is the center of our attraction. Christ has been sacrificed for us. The blood of Christ has paid for us.
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