Short answer
Jesus died as the substitute for sinners, bearing the punishment we deserved so that we could be forgiven and reconciled to God.
A fuller explanation
The Bible points us to Jesus Christ. Whatever the question, the most important issue is whether we understand who Jesus is, why He came, and how we should respond to Him.
If this question is personal for you, do not stop with information. Bring the question to God in prayer, read the Scriptures, and consider speaking with a mature Christian or pastor.
Key Bible passages
- Romans 5:8
- 1 Peter 3:18
Next step
If you are ready to follow Jesus, or if you still have questions, you can take the next step below.