The Cross
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The symbol of the cross is everywhere. It dangles at the bottom of gold necklaces; it’s found on the side of roads adorned with flowers; tattooed on celebrities and athletes; it’s the emblem for NGOs, ambulances and hospitals. It’s become so common that its original meaning has long been forgotten: this is a symbol of torture and death - the worst kind of death the Romans could inflict on people. Has the true meaning of the cross been lost because of its familiarity? How did this symbol of subjugation and Roman power become an object of joy and victory?
We’re taking six weeks this Easter to look at what actually happened at the cross - behind the nails and crown of thorns, what God was accomplishing through the horrific execution of the King of Glory, and why Christians should never lose the wonder of marvelling at the cross.
The Cross, Part 3: Victory Of The Cross // Floyd Edwards
April 05, 2026 - Floyd EdwardsThe cross was God's most decisive victory of the power of sin, death and Satan. But it looked like the moment of his defeat. How did God orchestrate this great reversal? What made this victory so triumphant? Today we look at the victory of the cross on Resurrection Sunday!
The Cross, Part 2: Reconciled To Each Other // Jerram Watts
March 29, 2026 - Jerram WattsThe Jews and Gentiles simply did not mix - they had nothing in common, and the Jewish laws made sure the Gentiles were treated as inferior and 'other'. But then Jesus went to the cross and tore down the dividing walls between them - to make new humanity! How is that possible? What does that mean for us today to live reconciled to one another?
The Cross, Part 1: Power of the Cross // Aidan Meerman
March 22, 2026 - Aidan MeermanWhat's the big deal about the cross? It's everywhere: necklaces, tattoos, gravestones, bakery items. Has it become so common that it has lost its offensive power? What actually happened at the cross all those years ago? In part one of our Easter series, we're reminded of just how powerful the cross of Christ is.