DAILY TEXT, Wednesday, May 13, 2026. This man offered one sacrifice forever for sins (Heb. 10:12).

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Wednesday, May 13, 2026

This man offered one sacrifice forever for sins (Heb. 10:12).

Jesus paid special attention to those who felt terrible because they were sinners, and he invited them to follow him. He knew that sin is the true root of suffering for all humankind. That is why he took the initiative to approach men and women who had a reputation for being sinners. In fact, he himself gave this example: “Those who are healthy do not need a doctor, but the sick do.” And he added: “I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.” (Matt. 9:12, 13) And he demonstrated this by his actions. For example, he very kindly forgave the sins of the woman who washed his feet with her tears. (Luke 7:37-50) And although he knew that the Samaritan woman at the well was living an immoral life, he taught her valuable spiritual truths. (John 4:7, 17-19, 25, 26) Jehovah even gave him the power to resurrect men, women, and children, thus overcoming the ultimate consequence of sin, which is death (Matt. 11:5). w24.08 4 pars. 9, 10

What did John the Baptist reveal? (Hebrews 9:22; 10:1-4, 12).

In 29 C.E., John the Baptist saw Jesus of Nazareth and said: “Look, the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29). In this way, he revealed that Jesus was the Seed that God had promised. Jesus would offer his life as a sacrifice. At last, imperfect humans had a solid hope of completely overcoming sin and death. (Read Hebrews 9:22; 10:1-4, 12.)

Why were sinners drawn to Jesus?

Even people who committed serious sins were drawn to Jesus. And it is no wonder they wanted to get close to him, because he treated them with empathy and compassion (Luke 15:1, 2). Moreover, he commended and rewarded them for showing faith in him (Luke 19:1-10). Jesus perfectly reflected his Father’s mercy (John 14:9). By his words and actions, he showed us that Jehovah loves us and is very compassionate, and wants to help us overcome sin. Jesus moved sinners to want to change and follow him (Luke 5:27, 28).

What did Jesus teach about his own death?

Jesus knew full well what lay ahead. On several occasions he told his followers that he would be betrayed and executed on a stake (Matt. 17:22; 20:18, 19). He also knew that his sacrifice would take away the sin of the world, just as John and the prophets had proclaimed. Furthermore, he taught that after his death he would draw “all sorts of people” to himself (John 12:32). Those who put their faith in Jesus and followed in his footsteps could please Jehovah and finally be “freed from sin” (Rom. 6:14, 18, 22; John 8:32). To accomplish this, Jesus was courageous and willing to suffer a terrible death (John 10:17, 18).

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