“It is finished.”

Three simple words. But when Jesus spoke them on the cross, they echoed through eternity.

To some, they might sound like defeat. The end. But to those who understand what Jesus truly accomplished, they are words of victory, freedom, and a new beginning. In The Gospel of I AM by Edward Beam, the chapter titled “It Is Finished” reimagines this moment through Jesus’ voice, making the message deeply personal—and deeply freeing. Because when He finished His work, your new life was just getting started.

What Was Finished?

When Jesus said, “It is finished” (John 19:30), He wasn’t talking about His life ending—He was talking about His mission being fulfilled.

All the weight of humanity’s sin, shame, and separation from God had been carried to that cross. At that moment, the barrier between us and God was torn down. No more sacrifices, no more guilt trips, no more striving to earn God’s love. It was done. Paid for. Completed.

But here’s the key: just because Jesus finished the work doesn’t mean we stop living. In fact, that’s where real life begins.

From Guilt to Grace

Have you ever felt like you just can’t measure up?

Maybe you’ve messed up too many times, said the wrong things, or lived in ways that feel far from “holy.” It’s easy to carry that guilt like a backpack filled with bricks. We tell ourselves things like:

• “God could never use someone like me.”
• “I’ll get serious about faith once I clean up my act.”
• “I’m too broken.”

But the cross flips that narrative. Jesus didn’t say, “Start over and try harder.” He said, “It is finished.”

In The Gospel of I AM, Edward Beam writes as Jesus, telling us in a voice full of love and humor: “I already took care of it. You don’t have to earn My love—you just have to accept it.” That changes everything. You can drop the guilt. Grace has already made a way.

It’s Not the End of the Story

Think about your favorite movie or book. The best ones don’t end at the most dramatic moment—they use it to launch the character into something greater.

That’s exactly what the cross does for us. It’s the climax, not the conclusion. Jesus’ death wasn’t a period—it was a comma.

After the cross came the resurrection. After the pain came the promise. After the sacrifice came the sending—because Jesus didn’t just die for us to be forgiven, but for us to live with purpose.

Living in the Freedom of “Finished”

Here’s the hard part for many of us: we still live like it’s not finished.

We beat ourselves up over our past. We think we need to earn God’s approval with perfect church attendance or spiritual performance. We hustle for a love we already have.

But when you truly believe “It is finished,” it frees you to:

• Let go of shame and walk in forgiveness.
• Stop performing and start resting in grace.
• Say yes to your calling without fear of failing.
• Love others from a place of wholeness, not insecurity.

Think about the woman who walks away from an abusive relationship and learns her worth again. Or the man who finally lets go of a long-held addiction and starts rebuilding. That’s what living in the power of “finished” looks like—rising up because Jesus already tore down everything that held us back.

Start Where He Finished

Jesus didn’t just die so we could be forgiven—He died so we could live free.

When you embrace the truth that “It is finished,” you don’t have to wait to be perfect to start walking with Him. You don’t have to hide your struggles. You don’t have to pretend. You simply take the next step—knowing He has already cleared the path.

In The Gospel of I AM, the message is crystal clear: Jesus’ victory on the cross wasn’t the end of His love story with you—it was the beginning of your new chapter. Written in His voice, with heart, humor, and hope, the book feels like Jesus sitting across the table saying, “Let’s do life together—starting now.”

Conclusion

“It is finished” wasn’t the end—it was the beginning of a new life for you. No matter your past or what burdens you carry, you don’t have to stay stuck. Jesus already did the hard part; now it’s your turn to trust Him and move forward. The Gospel of I AM by Edward Beam brings this truth to life in a relatable, heartfelt way—reminding you that grace is already yours. If you’re ready to stop striving and start truly living, this book is your starting point.