Read: Isaiah 53
[Jesus] humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross. Philippians 2:8
Bible In One Year: Jeremiah 50; Hebrews 8
As Christians, we understand the spiritual significance of Christ's sacrifice at Calvary, but it's easy to forget about the tremendous agony He endured there. The worst aspect was separation from the Father, but the physical suffering was also horrible beyond comprehension.
In his book Dare To Believe, Dan Baumann shares some thoughts that can deepen our gratitude for what the Savior did for us. He wrote, "We have perhaps unwisely and sometimes unconsciously glamorized the cross. Jewelry and steeples alike are often ornamental and attractive but carry nothing of the real story of crucifixion. It was the most painful method of public death in the first century. The victim was placed on a wooden cross. Nails . . . were driven into the hands and feet of the victim, and then the cross was lifted and jarred into the ground, tearing the flesh of the crucified and racking his body with excruciating pain. Historians remind us that even the soldiers could not get used to the horrible sight, and often took strong drink to numb their senses."
With a fresh awareness of our Savior's physical agony, let's thank Him anew for His sacrifice at Calvary. He loved us so much that He was willing to die for useven the painful death of the cross. Richard De Haan
I am in the process of putting together a personal Veteran's Day tribute which I will email to my "list". (some of the materials will come from here & other FR sources. I have many of you on the list & you will get it. IF YOU WOULD LIKE IT, please Freepmail me your email addy. If you think I may not have your addy, resend. I had some computer problems this past year & have had to redo my book. Of course you are free to forward it.
Thanks to all Veterans everywhere for keeping the memories of the fallen alive and making certain their sacrifice was not in vain!
Just stopped by to tell you how much we appreciate your service to our country.
God Bless you all and God Bless our troops, our allies and all their families.