Christ died not only to remove our guilt but to bring us into the very presence of God. The good news of the gospel is not just that we’re saved from wrath, but that we are adopted, forgiven, welcomed into fellowship, freed from sin, and given eternal hope in Him. This lesson reminds us that Christ’s death is the pathway to communion with God both now and forever.

Christ died not only to save us but also to leave us an example of holy suffering, showing us how to endure injustice while entrusting ourselves to God. He lived without sin, reviled no one in return, and submitted to the Father’s will—even unto death. This lesson teaches us what following Christ looks like: imitating His humility, righteousness, and patient endurance, especially in times of suffering.

Christ died to reveal His deep, sacrificial love for the church—He gave Himself to cleanse, sanctify, and present her in glory, without blemish. His love is steadfast, nourishing, and committed to our eternal good. This lesson teaches us how marriage points to this greater love: the love Christ has for His people.

Christ died to enable us to live by faith in Him, not in ourselves. Galatians 2:20 reminds us that our old self was crucified with Christ, and now Christ lives in us. As new creations (2 Corinthians 5:17), we no longer live for ourselves but by trusting in the Son of God, who loved us and gave Himself for us. This new life means we no longer depend on our own strength or desires—we remember Christ daily, live by faith in His power and promises, and show our love for Him through obedience (John 14:23-24). His death gives us the joy and purpose of living for Him.

Jesus died so that we would stop boasting in ourselves and start boasting in Him. The cross shows us that salvation is not earned by our works, wisdom, or strength—it is entirely a gift of God's grace. Christ alone lived a perfectly righteous life, and His righteousness is given to all who trust in Him. That’s why the only thing worth boasting about is the cross. It humbles us, lifts up Jesus, and reminds us that in our weakness, His power is made perfect.

Jesus died not just to save us from sin, but to reorient our hearts to live for His glory. When we truly behold the beauty of Christ—His humility, love, sacrifice, and joy—we are moved to treasure Him above all else. This lesson invites us to fix our eyes on the One who gave Himself for us, that we might no longer live for ourselves, but for Him who died and rose again. In doing so, we find that living for Christ is not only right—it is more satisfying than anything the world can offer.