The cross changed the course of human history. Though a symbol of torture and death, the cross actually brought us life. More than just a piece of jewelry we wear, the cross shows us how intense God’s love was and is for us. It was that message of the cross that radically changed my life as a sophomore in high school. I have struggled since then to know what it really means to put into practice Jesus’ words: “If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself, pick up his cross daily and follow me.” (Luke 9:23) He would say again, “Anyone who does not carry his cross and follow me cannot be my disciple.” (Luke 14:27) I am inviting you to join me on a journey as we look at this radical love of God portrayed on the cross… and our response to His love by dying to ourselves and following Jesus. It’s crosstraining. It’s painful, but it brings incredible growth and healing.
For these next few weeks leading up to Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday, I’ll be writing you to encourage you to take a deeper look at what the cross has meant, and will mean for us. Are you ready for some intense cross training?
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