How can we trust God's promises as seen in John 19:36? Setting the Scene at the Cross John 19:36: “For these things happened so that the Scripture would be fulfilled: ‘Not one of His bones will be broken.’” Scripture Fulfilled to the Letter • The soldiers broke the legs of the two criminals (John 19:32), but stopped at Jesus because He was already dead (John 19:33). • This precise detail fulfills: – Exodus 12:46: “You are not to break any of the bones of the Passover lamb.” – Psalm 34:20: “He protects all his bones; not one of them is broken.” • Two separate passages, written centuries apart, converge on one moment at Calvary—underscoring that God controls history down to a single bone. Why Fulfilled Prophecy Builds Trust • Accuracy over centuries shows omniscience; God knows the end from the beginning (Isaiah 46:9-10). • Specificity reveals intentionality; He does not speak in vague generalities. • Consistency demonstrates integrity; what He says, He does (Numbers 23:19). • Fulfillment in Christ validates every other promise tied to Him (2 Corinthians 1:20). Promises Secured in Christ Because the Father guarded even the smallest detail of His Son’s death, we can rest in larger promises tied to His Son’s life: 1. Forgiveness of sin—“In Him we have redemption through His blood” (Ephesians 1:7). 2. Resurrection hope—“Because I live, you also will live” (John 14:19). 3. Indwelling Spirit—“I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate” (John 14:16). 4. Eternal inheritance—“An inheritance imperishable, undefiled, and unfading” (1 Peter 1:4). Living With Confidence Today • Read God’s promises knowing they rest on the same character that orchestrated the crucifixion details. • When circumstances look chaotic, remember the unbroken bones: apparent randomness cannot override divine sovereignty. • Anchor prayers in specific Scriptures, trusting He delights to fulfill His Word exactly as written. The God who guarded a bone guards every promise He has spoken to you. |
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