Ancient time the crucifixion was considered the worst form of death. The Romans perfected its use as a deterrent for crime and rebellion. Roman citizens could NOT be crucified. The punishment was only for the worst crimes committed by the lower class. People accepted the practice of crucifixion and even supported it, because it was inflicted upon thieves and runaway slaves. Crucifixion helped keep the peace and curb crime. But crucifixion was still perceived to be disgusting. The cross was described by writers of the time as:
That infamous stake
criminal wood
bound in the most ignominious
executed in a shameful way
wretched of death.
Due 27:26 - Anyone who is hung on a tree is under God's curse.
You see, the cross wasn't a glorious way to die like we have made it seem. We wear it as a reminder on our neck. We stick it to the back of our car. But do we REALLY understand what it means? This was low. I mean LOW. Christ took the LOWEST form of death so that we might live forever with God.
When you sit and tell God that you aren't ready to really commit to Christianity or you aren't ready to fully sell yourself out to follow him. Imagine the SLAP in the face that is. God sent his son to take the lowest position of death for you. And we are waiting to 'get right' or 'be good enough.' Have we really made this Christianity?!?!
We aren't willing to let go of our pride, our sin, our shameful way of living for a Christ who was killed for us? Who took every shameful thing we've done or thought or said and hung it with him? I mean seriously!! I know I have a lot that I need to work on before I become sold out for Jesus. BUT I'm trying. Saying you aren't good enough, after reading this, shouldn't be an excuse anymore....
Happy Wednesday
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