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"The Finished Work" by Michelle K: Resting in the Power of the Cross


"The Finished Work" by Michelle K is what Michelle calls "a worshipful soaking song that leads the listener to find rest at Calvary, where God's glory is found, gazing upon the finished work of Christ and all that He has done."

Michelle K (Kahnt) - The Finished WorkAn important part of our faith is to remember Christ's completed sacrifice and everything that He's done for humanity, not because we deserve it, but through grace. Produced by Lachlan Holmes of Elevation Church Australia, this song beautifully describes the victory and peace that we all may find in Jesus' finished work. 

The song is an invitation to dwell in His grace, "I'm resting in the finished work of the cross // Where Jesus died, He was crucified." It also reminds us that "It is finished." Jesus did His part, He prepared the way for us, freeing us from the accusation and sin's power, "The devil's got nothing on me // Cause Jesus is my victory." 

The song is filled with praise: "Glorify Jesus for he triumphed over death // We have a new and living way." His sacrifice is enough, "Amazing grace is found in him." The song reminds me of the story found in Luke 7:36–50, where a Pharisee named Simon invites Jesus to his house. While Jesus is at the meal, a woman who is described as a sinner comes in, washes Jesus' feet with her tears, dries them with her hair, and anoints them with perfume. She praised Jesus and surrendered everything she had, and Jesus said to the woman, "Your faith has saved you; go in peace." 

Today, we all may rest in the finished work of the cross. He takes away all our sin and tells us to go in peace. "Amazing grace is found in him, found in Jesus, In the finished work of the cross, the cross."

(Related scripture: John 19:30; Hebrews 10:14; Romans 8:33-34)

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