When I say Jesus took my place on the cross am I saying I could have done what Jesus did for me but I do not have to because he did me a favor by taking my place? Utah gives the option of execution by firing squad for prisoners who opt for it. It seems they take literally that without the shedding of blood there can be no forgiveness of sins and therefore permit the condemned to shed his own blood.
I have always understood Jesus did something I could not do. On the other hand, his going to Hell seems to allow for him taking my place because that is something I could have or would have done if it were not for his sacrifice.
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