Weekly Pastor’s Blog - Nails on the Cross
Nails on the Cross
Weekly Pastor’s Blog - Nails on the Cross
Let’s take a look at the symbolism of the Nails of the Cross. They are great examples of Jesus’ Responsibility, Focus, Faithfulness, and Divine Purpose. Nails physically held Jesus on the cross, but ultimately, He had the power to come down at any moment.
Matthew 26:52-54 – 52 “Put your sword back in its place,” Jesus said to him, “for all who draw the sword will die by the sword. 53 Do you think I cannot call on my Father, and he will at once put at my disposal more than twelve legions of angels? 54 But how then would the Scriptures be fulfilled that say it must happen in this way?”
The nail symbolizes the responsibility shared by many — the Jews, Romans, Judas, and most importantly, each of us, who bear responsibility for Jesus’ crucifixion. Jesus willingly accepted the nails as part of God’s divine plan for salvation, fulfilling Scripture and showing the depth of His obedience and love.
1 Peter 1:18-19 states - 18 “For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, 19 but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect.”
Thank you Jesus for showing us the Way to the Father through your great Gift of Salvation. Amen.
