Back To The Cross

Yesterday I sent out a personal note about what Christianity has become since Christ was crucified - it has become a religion about Jesus instead of a relationship with Him. It has become Christ without the Cross. Jesus is Savior, but not Lord. As I noted in "Christianity Today," a closer relationship with Jesus cannot be accomplished without the Cross. It is simply not possible. If we desire Jesus to be Lord of our hearts and possess His Spiritual Fruit, we must take up our crosses daily and allow Him transform the darkness in our hearts to light. It is in this manner that Christ lives in our hearts and we shine.

The link below is to an essay by Chip Brogden at The School of Christ. Chip provides a nice overview of what the Cross means and why it is important. If you desire a closer relationship with Jesus, I highly recommend spending a few minutes reading the article. It's one of the best essays I've seen on the subject.

Back To The Cross
by Chip Brogden
http://www.watchman.net/articles/back.html

Agape,

steve