Contemplative Bible Reading

Hebrews 12:2 (New Living Translation)

We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.

The writer is mentioning Christ on the cross while discussing how to move forward and live. Note how the writer mentions Christ on the cross.

Shame.

Not pain. Emotion. Not physical. On the cross, Christ held the SHAME of my sin. That shame was far worse than the immense physical pain he was enduring. Jesus was beaten to death—slowly. Nevertheless, it was my shameful actions that the writer mentions.

These words attempt to give perspective to what actually happened and how thankful I should be.