What does "it is finished" and "He is risen" mean to you?

Matthew 27:50; 28:6; John 19:30

In answering today’s topical discussion question, the phrase “it is finished” tells all believers that Jesus’ work in providing salvation to all is now complete as this was a triumphal shout of victory and not a cry of despair. On Psalm Sunday Jesus road into Jerusalem in triumphal victory; He is now telling the world “it is finished” “victory is won in spite of me hanging here on the cross in severe pain.” It further means that Jesus had completed His earthly mission that was given to Him by God, the Father. It means that Old Testament prophecy had been fulfilled as He was the promised Messiah who would suffer many things for mankind. It mean that He had completed His works of redeeming man as He was the perfect sacrificial Lamb of God who gave His blood as an atonement for sin. In addition, it means that Jesus had now won a decisive victory over Satan and his demonic angels. It means that man is now reconciled back to God and humanity’s broken fellowship is now restored. One final thought on what the phrase “it is finished” mean is that there is nothing to be or can be added to Jesus’ work on the cross in that salvation is now open to all who believe in and accept Jesus and His completed works at Calvary.

Next, let us look at “he is risen” and reflect on the importance of Christ’s resurrection to all who believe in Him. First, Jesus’ resurrection is the truth of the gospel as it proves the effectiveness of His death. Second, Jesus’ resurrection proves without a shadow of a doubt that He is God’s Son. Third, it authenticates scriptures as well as providing proof of judgment that the wicked is sure to face in the future. Fourth, Christ’s resurrection is foundational for all believers as His gift of the Holy Spirit and a spiritual life for all believers as His intercessory ministry is now taking place on the right hand of the father. Sixth, Christ’s resurrection assures all believers of their inheritance in heaven and their resurrection when Christ returns. Seventh, Christ’s resurrection makes available His power and presence over sin that all believers is sure to encounter daily.

Thank You Jesus for Your completed mission of providing salvation to all and proving once again who You are. Your victory gives me victory and a permanent home in heaven.