why Jesus came to die: to please his heavenly Father by ric Gustafson
Ephesians 5:2 says Christ loved us and gave himself up for us a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.
It was God the Father's idea for his son Jesus to suffer and die. It was conceived before creation. God planned the history of the world. 2 Timothy 1:9 says that God's purpose and grace which he gave in Christ Jesus before the ages began.
It was God's idea for his Son to be the substitute for sinners. The suffering of his Son was a fragrance to God. Ephesians 5:2 says that Christ loved us and gave himself up for us a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God". Because of us, God sacrificed his son Jesus so we can be with him forever.
research help: ' Fifty reasons why Jesus came to die' by John Piper
Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric
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