While the cross was a symbol of power to the Romans back in the day, to the Jews it was a sign of Gods disapproval. But Christ to this Roman symbol of authority and turned it into a symbol of Gods liberation.. The Phillipians were Roman citizens and were not dealing with the different forms of punishment that other bodies were. As a roman citizen they didn't have to suffer the kinds of punishment that others did, even our Lord.
Those of us here in America can relate to that privilege. While we are here all comfy in our homes and with full bellies our brothers and sisters in other parts of the world are being beaten and killed because they confess the name of Jesus. The Roman Empire fell, so don't get to cocky and prideful about this nation. It will only stand as long as God allows it to.
Pastor Patrick
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