I just came to a realization about one detail in the crucifixion account and its implications.

First of all, none of this is news to us believers. However, I think this provides irrefutable evidence for those who have doubts and need proof of at least three key points.

When Jesus was pierced in His side, water and blood flowed out. According to the American Medical Association, we now understand in retrospect that this is a result of asphyxiation caused by crucifixion. The earliest Christians regarded this as a miracle (which it is in its own right), but it is unique in that it can also be explained scientifically. Asphyxiation was most likely the cause of Jesus’ death, as His lungs would have been locked in an exhale position on the cross. His body eventually gave out, and He could no longer hoist Himself up to inhale.

It was not standard Roman practice to pierce crucifixion victims in their sides. This event occurred strictly due to an interaction between two Roman soldiers.

Therefore, if Jesus was the only crucifixion victim to have been pierced in His side, how would they have known this scientific phenomenon occurs unless they had observed it through Him? This implies three things we already know to be true: Jesus existed, He was crucified, and He died on the cross.