THE HOLLYWOOD HILLS CROSS

THE HOLLYWOOD HILLS CROSS

READ:  1 Corinthians 1:18-31

May I never boast except in the

cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Galatians 6:14

One of the most recognizable images in the US is the “HOLLYWOOD” sign in Southern California.  People from all over the globe come to “Tinseltown” to gaze at cement footprints of stars and perhaps catch a glimpse of celebrities who might pass by.  It’s hard for these visitors to miss the sign anchored in the foothills nearby.

Less well known in the Hollywood hills is another easily recognized symbol-one with eternal significance.  Known as the Hollywood Pilgrimage Memorial Monument, this 32-foot cross looks out over the city.  The cross was placed there in memory of Christine Wetherill Stevenson., a wealthy heiress who in the 1920’s established the Pilgrimage Theatre (now the John Anson Ford Theatre).  The site served as the venue for The Pilgrimage Play, a drama about Christ.

The two icons showcase an interesting contrast.  Movies good and bad will come and go.  Their entertainment value, artistic contributions, and relevance are temporary at best.

The cross, however, reminds us of a drama eternal in scope.  The work of Christ is a story of the loving God who pursues us and invites us to accept His offer of complete forgiveness.  The high drama of Jesus’ death is rooted in history.  His resurrection conquered death and has an eternal impact for all of us.  The cross will never lose its meaning and power.  DENNIS FISHER

Thank You, Father, for the eternal significance of the cross.  Help us to understand and appreciate the love that caused Your Son to embrace His cross for our sakes.

To know the meaning of the cross, you must know the One who died there.

INSIGHT

Paul speaks of different responses to the cross:  The Jews expected a mighty deliverer and stumbled over the idea of Christ being crucified (1 Corinthians 1:23).  The Greeks laughed at the absurdity of a dead man giving everlasting life (v.23).  But to all who believe, the cross is the power and wisdom of God that saves (vv.21, 24).    SIM KAY TEE

Have a blessed night.

God Our Creator’s Love Always.

Unity & Peace