Dr. Toby B. Holt
Dr. Toby B. Holt
John: It Is Finished (Victory On Calvary)
John: It Is Finished (Victory On Calvary)
John: It Is Finished (Victory On Calvary)
Wednesday 30th July 2025
Explore the significance of Jesus' words 'It is finished' on Calvary and uncover historical evidence of the crucifixion and resurrection.
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Episode Overview
- Jesus' declaration 'It is finished' holds deep significance.
- Palm Sunday marked by contrasting emotions of joy and sorrow.
- Historical records support the events of the crucifixion.
- Jesus cared for his mother even in his final moments.
- Faith intertwines with historical facts and evidence.
Your faith is not just faith in faith. Your faith is married to the facts of what was witnessed by John and others.
In this episode, we delve into the profound meaning behind Jesus' final words on the cross: 'It is finished.' These three words signify the completion of a divine mission on Calvary, a moment that holds immense theological weight for Christians worldwide. The podcast explores what Jesus meant when he declared 'it is finished,' examining the implications for faith and the future. We also reflect on the emotional complexity of Palm Sunday, a day that evokes theological whiplash.
While many celebrate it as a precursor to Easter, it is marked by contrasting emotions. On the day when Jesus entered Jerusalem to cheers and palm branches, he also wept over the city's fate and overturned tables in the temple, exposing the superficiality of the crowd's excitement. The episode discusses historical evidence supporting the crucifixion and resurrection. Notably, accounts from historians like David B.
Holt and ancient records of solar eclipses and earthquakes during the crucifixion period provide secular validation for these biblical events. These records demonstrate that our faith is not blind belief but is intertwined with historical facts witnessed by John and others. Moreover, Jesus' care for his mother during his final moments, even as he endured the agony of the cross, highlights his compassion and dedication.
This episode emphasizes that faith is not just belief in belief; it is grounded in the historical reality of events like the crucifixion and resurrection. The podcast concludes with a hopeful note, transitioning from the darkness of John 19 to the promise of resurrection in John 20. As listeners, we are invited to explore these profound truths and historical evidence, strengthening our faith and understanding of the events that shaped Christianity.