by guest blogger Mike Haynes
Teaching teenagers about the cross is one of the most important tasks a youth pastor can undertake. The cross is at the very center of the Christian faith, representing not just a historical event, but the ultimate act of love, sacrifice, and redemption. Yet, sometimes it’s tough to convey the depth and significance of the cross to students who may struggle to grasp its meaning beyond a symbol they see on jewelry or in church.
One of the first steps in teaching about the cross is to ground students in the historical and biblical context. The cross was not just an execution method but a symbol of shame, suffering, and punishment. When Jesus chose the cross, He chose the most humiliating and excruciating path to demonstrate His love for humanity. Walking students through passages like Matthew 27, Mark 15, Luke 23, and John 19 can help them see the full narrative of Jesus' crucifixion from different perspectives.
Teaching teenagers about the cross is one of the most important tasks a youth pastor can undertake. The cross is at the very center of the Christian faith, representing not just a historical event, but the ultimate act of love, sacrifice, and redemption. Yet, sometimes it’s tough to convey the depth and significance of the cross to students who may struggle to grasp its meaning beyond a symbol they see on jewelry or in church.
One of the first steps in teaching about the cross is to ground students in the historical and biblical context. The cross was not just an execution method but a symbol of shame, suffering, and punishment. When Jesus chose the cross, He chose the most humiliating and excruciating path to demonstrate His love for humanity. Walking students through passages like Matthew 27, Mark 15, Luke 23, and John 19 can help them see the full narrative of Jesus' crucifixion from different perspectives.
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