The Cry that Changed the World – “It is Finished” | John 19:25–37
Road to Calvary
The Cry that Changed the World – “It is Finished”
Two Key Questions:
- What is finished?
- How is it finished?
One Key Word
“Tetelestai” = “It is finished”
Means: Paid in Full
“A completed work with ongoing results”
Nothing left to be done
WHAT WAS FINISHED?
1. The Requirements of the Law
Jesus perfectly fulfilled God’s Holy standard
2. The Promises of Scripture
Prophecies fulfilled
Types and shadows completed
3. The Sacrificial System
Jesus = Final Lamb of God
No more sacrifices needed
4. The Payment for Sin
Sin debt fully paid
Justice satisfied
Redemption accomplished
HOW WAS IT FINISHED?
Physically
Beaten, scourged, crucified
Emotionally
Rejected, abandoned, mocked
Spiritually
Bore our sin. Took our place
How Does This Affect Me?
1. Salvation Is Complete
Nothing needs to be added
2. Jesus Is Victorious
Not finished—He is risen and returning
3. You Contribute Nothing to Salvation
No works
No effort
No earning
“Salvation is received, not achieved”
4. Your Life Should/Will Change
Live for Him, not yourself