Joseph Attoh 
The Agona Swedru Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Pastor Adjei-Nimako Darkwa, delivered a message centred on the theme, “It Is Finished,” drawn from John 19:28–30, during the Good Friday session of the Area’s Easter Convention.
Expounding on the significance of Jesus’ final words on the cross, Pastor Darkwa explained that the term “finished” originates from the Greek word Tetelestai, a term commonly used in accounting to signify that a debt had been fully paid. He noted that Christ’s declaration was not an expression of defeat but a triumphant proclamation that the debt of sin owed by humanity had been completely settled.
According to the Area Head, the death of Jesus Christ signified that every sin had been judged and the full price for humanity’s redemption had been paid at the cross. He emphasised that Christ accomplished His divine mission on earth without leaving any unfinished work regarding salvation. “It is finished,” he explained, represents a victorious conclusion to God’s redemptive plan rather than a lament over failure.
Pastor Darkwa further explained that humanity’s need for salvation began with Adam’s disobedience, which brought sin upon the human race and resulted in separation from God. He noted that this separation led to condemnation and spiritual distance from the Creator, highlighting the gravity of sin’s consequences on mankind.
He also reflected on how, during the Old Testament period, God instituted laws and various sacrifices to manage sin among the Israelites. These included major offerings such as burnt, grain, fellowship, sin, and guilt offerings, as well as other related sacrifices performed regularly. However, he pointed out that these sacrifices only provided temporary covering for sin and foreshadowed a greater and permanent solution.
Drawing attention to Christ’s ultimate sacrifice, Pastor Darkwa stated that the numerous sacrifices of the Old Testament pointed to Jesus Christ, whose death and resurrection provided the perfect and final offering for sin. He explained that through Christ’s finished work, believers now have direct access to God and can approach Him with confidence and praise.
He concluded by highlighting the significance of Christ’s death and resurrection, noting that through His sacrifice, humanity has been redeemed from sin, reconciled to God, delivered from the power of Satan, and freed from the curse of sin. The message served as a reminder to believers that the declaration “It is finished” stands as a testimony of victory, redemption, and the completeness of God’s saving work through Jesus Christ.
Report by Agona Swedru Area Media Team
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