Crucifixion Quote by Swindoll Charles R
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““[Jesus] tilted His head back, pulled up one last time to draw breath and cried, "Tetelestai!" It was a Greek expression most everyone present would have understood. It was an accounting term. Archaeologists have found papyrus tax receipts with "Tetelestai" written across them, meaning "paid in full." With Jesus' last breath on the cross, He declared the debt of sin cancelled, completely satisfied. Nothing else required. Not good deeds. Not generous donations. Not penance or confession or baptism or...or...or...nothing. The penalty for sin is death, and we were all born hopelessly in debt. He paid our debt in full by giving His life so that we might live forever.””
About This Quote
Source Sermon: The Cross and Redemption, 2000
Jesus declares the debt of humanity’s sin fully paid, emphasizing grace over works.
In simple terms: Jesus says sin is fully paid, not by deeds.
Key Takeaway
Trust in grace, not works.
Themes
redemption
grace
faith
salvation
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
theological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal guilt
- spiritual reflection
- church teaching
Key Concepts
theology
atonement
Greek phrase
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect your sense of moral duty?
- What does “paid in full” mean for daily living?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of grace can overlook personal responsibility.
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