"It Is Finished: The Completed Work"

Zechariah prophesies a day when God’s people will “look on me, the one they have pierced,” mourning and receiving grace. Jesus’ declaration “It is finished” on the cross fulfills this, completing the work of redemption.

The Pierced One Zechariah 12:10 foretells a pierced Messiah, mourned by the nations. John 19:34–37 connects this to Jesus, pierced by a spear on the cross, fulfilling prophecy.This piercing wasn’t just physical; it was the climax of God’s redemptive plan, pouring out grace (Zechariah 13:1).Tetelestai: The Debt PaidJesus’ cry, “It is finished” (John 19:30), uses the Greek tetelestai, meaning a debt fully paid. This echoes prophetic promises of atonement (Isaiah 53:11).On Good Friday, Jesus paid the sin debt we could never settle, securing forgiveness and eternal life.Looking to the FutureZechariah 12:10 also points to Christ’s return, when all will see the Pierced One. Good Friday calls us to mourn our sins but also to rejoice in the finished work that guarantees our future hope.We’re to live as forgiven people, proclaiming “tetelestai” to a world in need.

Jesus’ “It is finished” means your salvation is secure. On this Good Friday, rest in His completed work. Let gratitude for His sacrifice fuel your worship and witness.


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