What's So Great About the Cross?
Why do we exist as a congregation? That’s a question I believe all congregations should ask themselves time and time again. Some congregations answer that question this way: "We exist to help the hurting." So they establish food pantries and other community services. Others will say that they exist to make this world a better place. So they advocate for policies in government. Others will say they exist to make others feel welcomed and nurtured. So they establish self-help groups, community building programs and social activities. That’s why they exist.
Why does Messiah exist? Well, you walk in to this building, and what do you see? A cross. On the top of our steeple, there’s a cross During the season of Lent, we refer to the cross of Christ time and time again. There are crosses on my gown. You may be wearing a cross as part of your jewelry. The cross of Christ is the central message that we proclaim and drives everything that we do as a congregation. It’s all about the cross.
Now, you may ask "WHAT’S SO GREAT ABOUT THE CROSS?" Today God tells us through the Apostle Paul. The cross shows the power and wisdom of God. There’s nothing more important, nothing more life-changing than Christ’s cross.
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