Tattoo

Nearly twenty years ago, I was thinking about getting my first tattoo. I wanted it to reflect my faith, something that would serve as a constant reminder of my walk with Christ. After much thought, I chose a cross. It was more than just ink on my skin; it was a declaration of my devotion, a mark of the faith that has shaped my life.

Lent is a season of reflection and repentance, a time when we journey with Christ toward the cross. When I see my tattoo, I am reminded of the profound meaning behind this symbol. The cross is not just an image; it represents the ultimate sacrifice, the depth of God’s love, and my commitment to follow Jesus.

Jesus speaks of the cross not as a distant reality but as a daily calling.
To follow Him means to surrender, laying down my own desires, pride,
and self-sufficiency. My decision to mark my body with a cross reflects this surrender, a visible sign of the inner transformation Christ has worked in me.

The cross is not just a symbol of suffering but of ultimate love. It is where Jesus bore our sins, where mercy and justice met, and where our redemption was sealed. Each day of Lent invites me to consider: What does it mean for me to take up my cross today? How does this outward mark reflect the inward reality of my faith?

As I meditate on Christ’s sacrifice, I remember that He calls me not just to admire the cross but to embrace it. To take up my cross is to walk in obedience, to love sacrificially, and to trust Him fully.

Brian Morgan, AV Tech