Adapted from “Cross of Jesus, Cross of Sorrow” by W.J. Sparrow-Simpson

Look at the first three verses of this song. For the Son of God to come into this world and to experience suffering in it seems like the imaginary musings of an insane person. So we are not very surprised that the cross is considered foolishness by the world. (1 Cor. 1:18) There is yet more folly: a PERFECT man suffered and died on a cross. (2 Cor. 5:21) He (Jesus) became sin and bore His Father’s wrath for it - Instead. Of. Us. We should meditate on that! Think of that awful, horrible cross. Now think of the perfect God-man hanging there for you - and give thanks!

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The songs of Regulative Heart are curated, adapted and produced by Greg Pearson of Tennessee. Greg has served the Lord’s church in various roles over the last 44 years, including Pastor, Minister of Music, Student Pastor, Associate Pastor, and Elder in a Reformed Baptist Church. After suffering a debilitating stroke in December 2021, limiting his ability to continue to serve in those roles, Greg has turned his attention to bringing these important songs, in various musical styles, to as many of God’s people as possible. Now, in partnership with Monergism.com, Greg is in the process of writing a short devotional intro for each song as you will find each week in the Monergism.com blog.