We all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23), and the wages of that sin is death (Romans 6:23). But God, in His great love, sent His only Son Jesus Christ to die in our place — taking the punishment we deserved. Jesus rose from the dead on the third day, defeating sin and death forever. Whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have everlasting life (John 3:16).