by Karen Hansen “He himself bore our sins” in His body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by His wounds you have been healed.” -1 Peter 2:24 (NIV)
As I entered a church a few years ago, the first thing I noticed was a large life-like cross on display in the front by the altar. I thought that it had to be a prop for the sermon, seeing that it was Good Friday. At the end of the sermon, the pastor encouraged the congregation to reflect on the things going on in their lives, and anyone who felt moved could go to the front, take a nail and hammer, and drive the nail into the cross as a way of giving all of our burdens to God. It was also a reminder of what Jesus endured for us. This had a huge impact on my life that day, and continues to have an impact on me each and every day. To think that Jesus bore our sins and the pain and suffering that He went through for you and me, poor miserable sinners is just amazing! It is also a reminder that we can lay our burdens down at the foot of the cross. As we reflect on the pain and agony that Jesus endured for you and me, may we be humbled and grateful for His ultimate sacrifice that He made for us all. Prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, We thank and praise you for all that you do in our lives. We especially thank You for that ultimate sacrifice that you made by dying on the cross in our place. Help us to remember to take our burdens to You and may we always rejoice in all that You do for us each and every day. Amen.
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About the AuthorsThe authors of this Lenten devotional are all staff members of Zion Lutheran Church & School of Wayside. They have answered the call to preach and teach the good news of salvation to both the young and the old of the school and congregation. This group of believers have a strong faith rooted in the Word. They are all members of the church professing the Christian faith and are excited to share their love of Jesus with you during this season. Archives
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