Understanding the Power of the Cross
Have you ever wondered what Jesus really saves us from through His sacrifice on the cross of Calvary?
Many Christians quickly answer, “From sin” or “from the devil,” and that’s true — but there’s so much more to the finished work of Christ.
In this article, we’ll explore the various things Jesus saves us from and the depth of God’s love revealed through His Son’s death and resurrection.
The Salvation of Man
From the beginning, humanity was doomed by sin. Through Adam’s disobedience, man lost fellowship with God, forfeited his spiritual authority, and became subject to death and decay.
But through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, God provided the only way to salvation.
As Romans 5:17 says:
“For if by one man’s offense death reigned by one, much more they which receive abundance of grace and of the gift of righteousness shall reign in life by one, Jesus Christ.”
The price of salvation has already been paid. All that remains is for each person to believe, confess, and receive the Lord Jesus Christ.
“If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” — Romans 10:9
What Does Jesus Save Us From?
Because of man’s fall, the entire world and human nature were corrupted. But Jesus came to redeem and restore. Here are five key areas Jesus saves us from:
1. Jesus Saves Us from the World
When Adam fell, the world’s system became ruled by darkness and evil. Humanity lost its dominion, and the world became a place filled with corruption, cruelty, and confusion.
“For the dark places of the earth are full of the habitations of cruelty.” — Psalm 74:20
The Bible reveals that Satan became the “god of this world”, blinding the minds of unbelievers (2 Corinthians 4:4).
But through Christ, believers are rescued from the dominion of darkness and transferred into the kingdom of God’s dear Son (Colossians 1:13).
Jesus prayed for His followers, saying:
“They are not of the world, even as I am not of it… My prayer is not that You take them out of the world but that You protect them from the evil one.” — John 17:14–16
In Christ, you now have a new identity — a citizen of Heaven, not of this fallen world.
2. Jesus Saves Us from Sin
Sin is rebellion against God. It separates humanity from its Creator and leads to eternal death.
But Jesus paid the price for sin once and for all through His substitutionary death. He bore our punishment, took our place, and offered His righteousness in exchange for our guilt.
“Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” — John 15:13
Because of His sacrifice, anyone who believes is forgiven, justified, and made new.
“He was delivered over to death for our sins and was raised to life for our justification.” — Romans 4:25
3. Jesus Saves Us from Death
Death is the ultimate result of sin. From the moment Adam disobeyed, the curse of death entered the world.
“For in the day that thou eatest thereof thou shalt surely die.” — Genesis 2:17
“The soul that sinneth, it shall die.” — Ezekiel 18:20
But when Jesus rose from the dead, He defeated death forever.
“God raised Him up, loosing the pangs of death, because it was not possible for Him to be held by it.” — Acts 2:24
Christ’s victory means death no longer has the final say. Those who believe in Him receive eternal life and the hope of resurrection.
“I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in Me will live, even though they die.” — John 11:25
4. Jesus Saves Us from Self
After the fall, man became enslaved to self — selfishness, pride, lust, and self-righteousness ruled the human heart.
“The heart is deceitful above all things and desperately wicked.” — Jeremiah 17:9
But when Christ died, the old sinful nature was crucified with Him.
“Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin.” — Romans 6:6
Now, believers are no longer ruled by self, but are guided by the Holy Spirit.
“Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.” — 2 Corinthians 3:17
Through Jesus, you are empowered to live a life of freedom, surrender, and divine purpose.
5. Jesus Gives Us Abundant Life
Jesus didn’t just come to save us from something — He came to give us something greater.
“I have come that they may have life, and have it more abundantly.” — John 10:10
Before Christ, humanity’s existence was empty and spiritually lifeless. But through Jesus, we receive God’s own life — eternal, abundant, and full of meaning.
This new life is not just longer; it’s richer. It is a life marked by peace, joy, purpose, and victory.
Through Him, we live not by human limitation but by divine nature (2 Peter 1:4).
Conclusion
The salvation that Jesus purchased for us is deeper than we can ever imagine.
He saves us from the world, sin, death, and self, and gives us eternal, abundant life.
“Therefore He is able to save completely those who come to God through Him.” — Hebrews 7:25
What a Savior!
Have you experienced this salvation personally?
If not, you can receive it right now — simply believe in Jesus Christ, confess Him as your Lord, and open your heart to His Spirit.
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At Timely Inspiration, we believe in the power of prayer — and we’ll be glad to stand with you in faith.
