For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross. Colossians 1:19-20
Jesus was not just a good man or teacher; he is much more than that. Jesus is the full embodiment of God’s attributes and saving grace. It is only through Jesus that God is able to reconcile to himself to you and me. Reconciliation is the taking away of hostility and the reinstating friendly relations to parties who have been at war. God has reconciled us by making peace through Jesus’ blood, shed on the cross; therefore moving us toward restored harmony with him.