At the end of his life on this earth, the Lord Jesus said: “It is finished” (John 19:30). In the original manuscript, this is just one word: τετέλεσται “tetelestai.” This glorious word makes it clear: Christ has accomplished everything the Father gave Him. In this way, He laid the foundation for every divine blessing. Through His work of redemption on the cross, sin can be abolished, and everything can become new.
When there will be a new heaven and a new earth, God will proclaim: “It is done” (Rev 21:6). In the original manuscript, this also is just one word: γίνομαι “ginomai.” This word makes it clear: everything God has planned will be accomplished. The universe will be brought into harmony with God, and believers will enjoy eternal happiness.
Because Christ cried out in suffering on the cross: “It is finished!” the one who sits on the throne will one day say triumphantly: “It is done!”
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