10 Reasons Why Jesus Had to Die To absorb the wrath of God. To show the wealth of God's love and grace towards sinners. To show his love for us. To become a ransom for many. For the forgiveness of our sins. To provide the basis for our justification. To complete the obedience that becomes our righteousness.  So that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. To enable us to live for him. To give eternal life to all who believe in him.