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"A Room of Crosses" (42)
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![Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3962 W: 1076 N: 10836]](http://i1.treklens.com/misc/g-g-g.gif) (47766) | I found a room of crosses, of every shape, size and denomination, in this antique store. *** Posted the wrong photo, with a crooked title...dang it.... the right one is in WS! Sorry...........
Almost 2,000 years ago, a Jewish carpenter was condemned as a dangerous religious and political rebel. He was executed in one of the most painful and shameful punishments then available: flogging and crucifixion. This form of death was a scandal to both Jews and gentiles. Nevertheless, Jesus' followers made a point of remembering his death--not just the fact that he died, but also that he died in such a shameful way. In their written stories about Jesus, they devoted lengthy sections to his horrible death. They set aside one day each year as the anniversary of his death.
Why is Jesus' death so important to Christians--and so central to the Christian faith? You must decide for yourself.
A story for you: You cannot pay your electric bill. It costs too much. I tell you that I will pay it for you. Which is true?
1. I call the electric company and tell them to cancel your bill. That you don’t need to pay for it and it costs me nothing.
2. I reach into my wallet, take out my hard earned money, and pay for it and it costs me dearly.
The second line is TRUE. This is what I believe that God did with the cross. This is my belief. So don’t be mad at what I believe.
Look at my life and decide for yourself if it is true! Look at my pics and tell me that this broken, sick woman did this on her own! After all, God is a gentleman, he does not go where he is not asked to go!
A whole room in this antique store was devoted to Icons, Statues and Crucifixs. It was strange to see a life sized Jesus hanging before me. A very quite but beautiful place! I wear a cross, not because the thing has powers, it’s just made of silver! If I throw it away, nothing will happen. Much in the same way I wear a wedding ring. The ring does NOT make me married….it’s just a reminder of my relationship with my husband. The cross is a reminder of my relationship with God, who paid the price, so I don’t have to. Have a wonderful day!
B-)
Linda |
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