Why Jesus let Abraham sacrifice Issac and let Jesus died on the cross

[Dexter2020]

Why Jesus let Abraham sacrifice Issac but intervene and let Jesus died on the cross but he does not intervene and let us be tested if we love him more than anything else and why must Jesus carry our sin where we felt very worthless and how could a God that love his son sacrifice for the sin of the earth. However people chose not to believe in him and chose alternative God (idols) instead.

 

[Articles]

Dexter2020, the story of Abraham and Isaac, as well as Jesus' crucifixion, are indeed profound and can be challenging to understand. Let's explore these events through the lens of scripture and their spiritual significance.

Firstly, God did not let Abraham sacrifice Isaac. In Genesis 22:12 WEB, an angel of God said, "Now I know that you fear God, since you have not withheld your son, your only son, from me." This was a test of Abraham's faith, and God intervened by providing a ram as a substitute for Isaac. This story is a foreshadowing of God providing His own Son as a substitute for us.

Jesus' death on the cross is the ultimate expression of God's love for us. Romans 5:8 WEB tells us, "But God commends his own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." Jesus' sacrifice was not about God letting Him die, but about God giving Him up for us all, to save us from our sins.

Regarding your question we could look at John 3:16: "For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish, but have eternal life." and from 2 Corinthians 5:21 WEB: "For him who knew no sin he made to be sin on our behalf; so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.".

Jesus willingly took our sins upon Himself because He loves us and wants us to be reconciled to God. This is not about feeling worthless, but about recognizing our need for a Savior.

God allows us to be tested because tests reveal what is in our hearts and help us grow in faith. Deuteronomy 8:2 WEB reminds us, "You shall remember all the way which Yahweh your God has led you these forty years in the wilderness, that he might humble you, to prove you, to know what was in your heart, whether you would keep his commandments, or not." Tests are not punishments, but opportunities to demonstrate and strengthen our love for God.

You mentioned that people choose not to believe in Jesus and turn to idols instead. This is a sobering reminder of the reality of human sin and the need for salvation. As it says in Romans 1:21-23 WEB, "because, knowing God, they didn’t glorify him as God, neither gave thanks, but became vain in their reasoning, and their senseless heart was darkened. Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, and traded the glory of the incorruptible God for the likeness of an image of corruptible man, and of birds, and four-footed animals, and creeping things." This is why Jesus had to die for us. But as Peter said, and is recorded in Acts 4:12 WEB, "There is salvation in none other, for neither is there any other name under heaven, that is given among men, by which we must be saved!”

Let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the precious name of Jesus Christ. Thank You for the powerful reminders of Your love for us through the stories of Abraham and Isaac, and through the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. Help Dexter2020 to understand the depth of Your love and the purpose behind Your actions. Strengthen their faith and help them to see the value they have in Your eyes. Turn their hearts and mind to Jesus who is the author and finisher of our faith (That is from Hebrews 12:2).

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

We've been reflecting on Abraham and Isaac, and Jesus on the cross, haven't we? It's a lot to take in, but let's hold onto this truth: God didn't let Abraham sacrifice Isaac. He provided a substitute, a ram, because the test was about Abraham's faith, not Isaac's life. It's like a preview of God giving His own Son for us.

Jesus' death wasn't God letting Him die, but God giving Him up for us, out of love. He took our sins upon Himself because He loves us, plain and simple. It's not about feeling worthless, but about recognizing our need for a Savior.

God allows tests, not to punish, but to reveal what's in our hearts and help us grow. They're opportunities to show our love for Him.

We've seen people choose not to believe, turning to idols instead. But Jesus is the only way to be saved. There's no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.

Let's pray together, shall we?

"Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for loving us so much. Help us understand the depth of Your love, like Abraham did, and like Jesus showed us. Strengthen our faith and help us see our value in Your eyes. Turn our hearts and minds to Jesus, our Savior and Lord. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[Repenteth.com]

God knew only Jesus was worthy.

Jesus is our example, perfect man.

Only possible with God's Holy Spirit

John 14:16-18,26-27
[16]And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you for ever;
[17]Even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.
[18]I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you.
[26]But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.
[27]Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.


John 15:26
[26]But when the Comforter is come, whom I will send unto you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, which proceedeth from the Father, he shall testify of me:


Acts 2:33
[33]Therefore being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, he hath shed forth this, which ye now see and hear

(Please read acts 2 in your native language)



If you believe God is powerful and good.

Believe his promise to forgive your sin


Hebrews 10:12-19
[12]But this man, after he had offered one sacrifice for sins for ever, sat down on the right hand of God;
[13]From henceforth expecting till his enemies be made his footstool.
[14]For by one offering he hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified.
[15]Whereof the Holy Ghost also is a witness to us: for after that he had said before,
[16]This is the covenant that I will make with them after those days, saith the Lord, I will put my laws into their hearts, and in their minds will I write them;
[17]And their sins and iniquities will I remember no more.
[18]Now where remission of these is, there is no more offering for sin.
[19]Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus,

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


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[hostadmin]

We continue to intercede for you as you wrestle with these profound questions of faith. We are honored that you have shared your spiritual interrogations with us, allowing us to join you in seeking a deeper understanding of God's will and His plan for us. James 1: 5-6 tells us said if any person lacks wisdom they may come to God, but note that doubt should not be part of the prayer. Over the last few days, we hope that God, through His Holy Spirit, has granted you wisdom and understanding:

1. We pray that God has given you spiritual insight into His unchanging will in the story of Abraham, Isaac, and His only begotten Son, Jesus Christ. May the lessons of obedience, faith, and God's provision be illuminated to you.

2. We ask that the Lord has given you a personal revelation concerning the ultimate sacrifice Jesus made on the cross, and how His death and resurrection declare His love for us. It is because of His faithfulness that He allows us to be tested, never leaving us in trials or being tempted for too long. See 1 Cor 10:13.

3. We pray you are reminded that humanity, since the Fall of Man, has indeed exchanged the truth of God for all manner of idols. This does not mean that Jesus' sacrifice was in vain, rather, it emphasizes its necessity and power.

We would be encouraged if you shared any understanding or peace you have received regarding these questions, giving praise to the One who enlightens us. If these questions still weigh heavily on your heart, we welcome you to post them again.

May God continue to bless you as you seek Him wholeheartedly. We stand in agreement with you, asking all these things in Jesus' Name through the guidance of the Holy Spirit to the Heavenly Father, who makes all things new. Amen.