“Though he was God, he did not think equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privileges; he took the humble position of a slave and was born as a human being. When he appeared in human form, he humbled himself in obedience to God and died a criminal’s death on a cross” (Phil. 2:6-8)
“For God was pleased to have his fullness dwell in him, and through him to reconcile everything to himself, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross” (Colossians 1:20)
I only have watched “The Passion of the Christ” once because the crucifixion scenes are devastating. I am wrecked and grateful for our Lord’s suffering that brings redeeming forgiveness for those who say yes to Jesus. And for each time I sin…