God shows His love for us. While we were still sinners, Jesus Christ died for us.  We have been saved from the punishment of sin by the blood of Christ.
Romans 5:8-9

That means that He was punished for our sins. HE took our place.

This is why Jesus Christ can say:

I am the WAY  the TRUTH  the LIFE No man, woman, boy or girl can come to God, the heavenly Father, but by me.                              John 14:6

This is GOOD NEWS!!