A-Z Accomplished On The Cross

Today, we are diving into the incredible love of Jesus Christ, who laid down His life for us on the cross. We are going to go through the entire alphabet briefly looking at each letter and a word that starts with that letter, that shows what Christ accomplished on the cross. This is just 26 of 100s or even 1000s of things Jesus accomplished on the cross. Lets begin…

Atoned

Definition: To make amends or reparation for sin or wrongdoing.

1 John 2:2: "He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world."

• Explanation: Christ atoned for our sins by offering Himself as a sacrifice. His death satisfied the justice of God, paying the price for the sin of all humanity.

Bore

Definition: To carry or endure something burdensome on behalf of another.

1 Peter 2:24: "He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed."

• Explanation: Jesus bore the weight of our sins on the cross, taking upon Himself the punishment that was rightfully ours. His sacrifice provides the healing of our souls, restoring us to righteousness.

Conquered

Definition: To overcome or prevail against something or someone.

1 Corinthians 15:57: "But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ."

• Explanation: Through Christ's death and resurrection, He conquered sin, death, and the grave, giving us victory over these enemies and offering eternal life to all who believe.

Defeated

Definition: To overcome and render powerless.

Colossians 2:15: "And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross."

• Explanation: Christ’s crucifixion was a victory over the powers of darkness. He disarmed spiritual forces, making them powerless and exposing their defeat publicly through His death on the cross.

Embraced

Definition: To willingly and lovingly accept.

John 3:16: "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."

• Explanation: God embraced humanity with His unconditional love, giving His Son to die for us. Christ’s death was a demonstration of God’s deep love for mankind, offering salvation to all.

Forgave

Definition: To pardon or release someone from guilt or offense.

Ephesians 1:7: "In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace."

• Explanation: Christ’s sacrifice on the cross provided the forgiveness of sins. Through His blood, our sins are forgiven, and we are reconciled to God, not by our works, but by His grace.

Gave

Definition: To freely offer or sacrifice for the benefit of others.

Galatians 1:4: "Who gave himself for our sins to rescue us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father."

• Explanation: Jesus gave Himself as a sacrifice for our sins. His death on the cross was the ultimate act of selflessness, rescuing us from the power of sin and death.

Healed

Definition: To restore to wholeness, health, or soundness.

Isaiah 53:5: "But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed."

• Explanation: Christ’s suffering and death on the cross healed us spiritually. His wounds brought us peace with God, healing the broken relationship caused by sin.

Interceded

Definition: To intervene or mediate on behalf of someone else.

Hebrews 7:25: "Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them."

• Explanation: Jesus not only died for us but continues to intercede on our behalf before the Father. His death opened the way for us to come to God, and His ongoing intercession guarantees our salvation.

Justified

Definition: To be declared righteous or made right in God’s eyes.

Romans 5:1: "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ."

• Explanation: Christ’s death justifies us, meaning that through faith in Him, we are declared righteous in God’s sight. His sacrifice brings peace between us and God, reconciling us to Him.

Kingdom

Definition: The rule or domain of God's reign and authority.

Colossians 1:13: "For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves."

• Explanation: Through His death, Jesus rescued us from the power of darkness and brought us into His kingdom, where we are now under His rule, experiencing the benefits of His reign.

Liberated

Definition: To be set free from bondage or oppression.

Galatians 5:1: "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery."

• Explanation: Christ’s death liberated us from the slavery of sin and death. We are now free in Christ, no longer bound by the law or the power of sin.

Mercy

Definition: Compassion or forgiveness shown when it is within one’s power to punish or harm.

Hebrews 4:16: "Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need."

• Explanation: Christ’s death allows us to approach God’s throne with confidence, knowing that we will receive mercy instead of judgment. His sacrifice made it possible for us to find grace in our time of need.

Nailed

Definition: To secure or fasten something firmly, often as a symbol of judgment or cancellation.

Colossians 2:14: "Having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross."

• Explanation: Jesus took the punishment we deserved, nailing our sins to the cross. The legal charges against us were canceled by His death, securing our forgiveness and freedom.

Overcame

Definition: To gain victory or control over an obstacle or adversary.

John 16:33: "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."

• Explanation: Jesus overcame the world, sin, and death through His death on the cross. Despite the struggles we face, He has already won the ultimate victory on our behalf.

Purchased

Definition: To acquire something through payment or exchange.

1 Corinthians 6:20: "You were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies."

• Explanation: Jesus purchased us with His blood. We no longer belong to ourselves but to Him, and our lives should reflect His ownership.

Quenched

Definition: To extinguish or satisfy, often in reference to thirst or longing.

1 John 4:10: "This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins."

• Explanation: Christ’s sacrifice quenched the thirst of our souls. Through His love, He satisfies our deepest needs and longings for salvation.

Redeemed

Definition: To buy back or rescue from bondage or sin.

Galatians 3:13: "Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: 'Cursed is everyone who is hung on a pole.'"

• Explanation: Christ redeemed us by taking upon Himself the curse of the law. His death paid the price to rescue us from the consequences of sin.

Saved

Definition: To be delivered or rescued from harm, danger, or sin.

Luke 19:10: "For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost."

• Explanation: Jesus’ mission was to save us from eternal separation from God. Through His death on the cross, He provided the way for us to be saved from sin and death.

Triumphed

Definition: To celebrate or demonstrate victory over something.

2 Corinthians 2:14: "But thanks be to God, who always leads us as captives in Christ’s triumphal procession and uses us to spread the aroma of the knowledge of him everywhere."

• Explanation: Christ triumphed over sin and death, leading us in His victory procession. His triumph on the cross guarantees our ultimate victory.

Unified

Definition: To bring together in harmony or oneness.

Galatians 3:28: "There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus."

• Explanation: Christ’s death unites us all as one in Him, regardless of race, status, or gender. Through His sacrifice, we are made one body, united in Christ.

Vindicated

Definition: To be cleared of blame or suspicion, often through justification.

Romans 4:25: "He was delivered over to death for our sins and was raised to life for our justification."

• Explanation: Jesus’ death and resurrection vindicated us. Through His sacrifice, we are declared righteous before God, justified by faith in Him.

Washed

Definition: To cleanse or purify, often symbolizing spiritual renewal.

1 Corinthians 6:11: "And that is what some of you were. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God."

• Explanation: Christ’s death washes us clean from sin, sanctifying and justifying us through the work of His Spirit.

X-ray

Definition: To expose or reveal what is hidden.

Luke 12:2: "There is nothing concealed that will not be disclosed, or hidden that will not be made known."

• Explanation: Christ’s death revealed the depth of human sin and the holiness of God, bringing to light the truth of our need for salvation.

Yielded

Definition: To surrender or give way to authority or control.

Luke 23:46: "Jesus called out with a loud voice, 'Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.'" When he had said this, he breathed his last.

• Explanation: Jesus yielded Himself to the Father’s will, surrendering His life on the cross. His obedient sacrifice completed the work of redemption.

Zeal

Definition: Great passion or enthusiasm for a cause or purpose.

John 2:17: "His disciples remembered that it is written: 'Zeal for your house will consume me.'"

• Explanation: Jesus’ zeal for His Father’s house led Him to fulfill His mission on the cross. His passionate devotion to God's plan of salvation consumed Him, leading to His sacrificial death.

As I said, this is just 26 things out of 100s or even 1000s of things that Christ accomplished on the cross Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross was not only for our salvation but also a model for how we should live. His love, selflessness, and obedience to God’s will call us to respond in the same way — by laying down our lives for others. We are called to forgive, serve, and live with humility, just as Jesus did.

This life begins with repentance — a turning away from sin and toward God. Baptism is where we symbolically die to sin, identifying with Christ's death, and rise to new life in Him. It’s here that we commit to live a life of love and sacrifice, just as Jesus did.

Call to Repentance: If you’ve not yet repented and been baptized, today is the day to make that decision. Lay down your old self and embrace the new life Christ offers. Follow His example of selfless love, and let your baptism be the moment you die to sin and rise in Him.