What does the cross mean to you? How often do you think of what Jesus did there? Is the cross the main thing in your life? Do you think of the cross as a one time thing that God used to save us and now you've moved on from there? What happens to worldly stuff when you stand close to the cross?
Paul says: "For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures..." 1 Cor. 15:1-11
"The gospel," writes Jerry Bridges, "is not only the most important message in all of history, it is the only essential message in all of history."
"We should live every day as if the cross has happened yesterday." C.J.
The cross.
It should be our single-most passion in this life. Everyday we are dependant on what happened on that tree. Because Jesus was raised up on one of Rome's forms of death penalty, we are justified. The Son was crushed and then separated from the Father. Death and fear were defeated. Hell was conquered.
Jesus, thank you
The mystery of the cross I cannot comprehend
The agonies of Calvary
You the perfect holy One crushed Your Son
Drank the bitter cup reserved for me
Your blood has washed away my sin
Jesus, thank You
The Father’s wrath completely satisfied
Jesus, thank You
Once Your enemy now seated at Your table
Jesus, thank You
By Your perfect sacrifice I’ve been brought near
Your enemy You’ve made Your friend
Pouring out the riches of Your glorious grace
Your mercy and Your kindness know no end
Lover of my soul, I want to live for You
Excerpts from "Living the Cross Centered Life" by C.J. Mahaney
Jesus, thank you - Pat Sczebel (Sovereign Grace Worship)