Isaac Watts, the 18th century hymn writer penned these famous words as a prelude to his six stanza hymn.
"When I survey the wondrous cross
On which the Prince of Glory died.
My richest gain I count but loss
And pour contempt on all my pride"
For "survey", in modern vocabulary, we would employ the word "contemplate"
Indeed the Cross of Christ MUST be pondered, for the event that took place at Calvary 2000 years ago holds eternal implications for all men living today.
Saint Paul said:
"It is a true saying and can be completely trusted, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners of whom I am the worst."
How did Christ fulfill that mission?
By dying on the cross at Calvary.
That should be the focal point of our thoughts today as we enter the week before Easter.
On your death-bed you will not be wishing that you had spent more time at the office. It will be your faith in the finished work of Christ on the cross that will be of supreme importance.
Ian
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