A Sacrifice to Satisfy Divine Justice
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Lesson 7
Lesson 7
In our last lesson, we examined at length Jesus’ role as our High Priest in offering Himself as our sacrifice for sins. Today, we are going to focus less on on Jesus’ role as Priest, and more on his role as the sacrifice.
Read Isaiah 52:13-15, Isaiah 53:1-3
Read Isaiah 52:13-15, Isaiah 53:1-3
How is Jesus (“my servant”) described in these verses?
Isaiah 53:1 hints at a conflict/clash of expectations. Jesus wasn't what the people expected him to be. What makes it hard to believe in the “servant of the Lord? (Vs. 2-3)
Read John 7:25-52 How does this story illustrate the irony of Jesus not being recognized as the Anointed One of God, the Messiah of Israel?
Do you think it would be easier or harder to believe in Jesus if he came as a powerful conquering king? Does his humility and weakness make it hard for you to believe in Jesus now?
Read Isaiah 53:4-9
Read Isaiah 53:4-9
5. what did Jesus carry (or bore upon) the cross for us? (vs. 4,5)
6. Verse 5 mentions two benefits that come to us by virtue of Jesus’ death. What are they?
7. if you are a believer, how can you see Jesus bringing you peace and healing? In what areas of life or relationships do you need his peace and healing the most?
8. What specific details do you see predicted in verses 7-10 regarding Jesus’ trial, death, and burial?
Read Isaiah 53:10-12
Read Isaiah 53:10-12
9. What rewards are earned by Jesus through his willing sacrifice of Himself?
10. what rewards come to us because of his willing sacrifice of Himself?
Implications
Implications
A. Isaiah 53 tells us about a lot of things that Jesus did on the cross for us. How can someone know for certain that they will receive the benefits of Christ’s work on the cross?
B. John 1:11 says “He came to his own, but his own did not receive Him.” What are some ways that Christians today can reject Jesus? What might be some ways that you are tempted to reject Jesus?
C. In Isaiah 53:5, We saw that Jesus brings his people peace, and healing. What are some ways in which you can bring peace and healing to your home, your church, your school, or your community?