Boasting | Dr. Ed Young | West Campus

Summary

This sermon highlights how the meaning of the Christian cross has been diluted in contemporary society, contrasting its historical significance as a symbol of execution and scandal with its modern use as decorative art. The speaker references the story of a miniature cross being removed from a grave in Lincolnshire and replaced with a Mickey Mouse marker, arguing that secularism's influence has diminished Christianity's impact. The takeaway is that Christians must understand and embrace the scandalous truths of the cross's original meaning, rather than reducing it to mere ornamentation.