We wear them around our necks and see them mounted on church steeples. It's one of the most common symbols in the world, but why do Christians put such an emphasis on the cross when it represents the most horrible death that a person's ever experienced?

In this message, Dr. Stanley explains what we are really saying when we associate ourselves with the cross. If you've ever wondered what is so important about this icon of the Christian faith, you won't want to miss this message.

This sermon is part of the series "The Cross, Your Hope."