FEBRUARY 28, Isaiah 53:6-7

Today, the Cross is perhaps the world’s most famous symbol. It can be seen on flags and badges, in churches, Christian schools, art galleries, T-shirts, earrings, necklaces and even on bumper stickers on the back of cars. To many people today, the Cross is a symbol of hope and comfort.

You must have heard of the “Red Cross Society”. This society is a non-religious group that helps people who are in need. These people could be in flood-affected areas or those hit by earthquakes. Back in September 2010, there was terrible flooding in Pakistan and many thousands died. Many more were left homeless and destitute so the Red Cross Society of Singapore stepped in to help.

But the Cross of Jesus is not the cross that many in the world today know.

It is not a glamorous or happy Cross. It is a Cross that many will reject and many will have problems with. The Cross of Jesus demands that those who believe in Him must believe that He is the Only Way to God, the Only Way of salvation and the Only Way to Heaven.

It is not easy for the world to believe that Jesus is the Only Way. Of course, it is easier if Jesus said that He was one of many ways. But He did not. That is why the Cross of Jesus is not an easy Cross. What is the Cross of Jesus to you?

Is it just a beautiful ornament that you see some people wear on necklaces? Or that wooden table-top decoration in some homes?

Thought: What is the Cross to me?

Prayer: Heavenly Father, help me to remember the sacrifices Jesus bore on the Cross for my sins. Help me to lead a faithful and holy life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.