In this message, Barbie James walks through John 19:16b–30 and shows how every detail of Jesus’ crucifixion fulfills God’s promises. John emphasizes fulfillment more than chronology, helping us see that nothing about the cross was accidental. From the location at Golgotha, to the sign above Jesus, to the soldiers casting lots, to the vinegar on a hyssop branch, every moment points back to Scripture and forward to our freedom.
Jesus is revealed as the true Passover Lamb. His bones are left unbroken, His side is pierced to confirm His death, and His final declaration, “It is finished,” confirms that His mission is complete. The debt is paid. The way back to God is open. Freedom from the power of sin is now possible for every person who believes.
This message calls us to live in that freedom by trusting God’s promises, following Jesus, and sharing His love with others.