In this week's episode, I reflect on the centrality of the cross in the life of a disciple.

Here is the poem I share:

I can see Jesus carrying his cross all alone, 

He took on our flesh so far from his rightful throne.  

Disregarded his name , He embraced the cross 

And its shame 

To save the lost.

He’s the Son of God, carrying the sins of the world

I can see Jesus wearing a crown made of thorns, 

In the anguish of death, feeling humanity’s scorn. 

His Father’s will to obey 

He died on the tree 

To set us free  

And show the way.

He’s the Son of God, healing all the pain of the world.

I can see Jesus crying to all “It is done,” 

Creation’s redeemer, our Lord God’s victory won. 

The offer is made 

The price has been paid  

To give us life 

And end all strife.

He’s the Son of God, still reaching out to us everyday. 

He’s the Son of God, still reaching out to us everyday.

So see through the pain  

The means to true gain 

For its true 

He died for you.

He’s the Son of God, carrying the sins of the world. 

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