The cross represents the significant sacrifice Jesus made for all of mankind. He took our place, bearing our debt, paying our wages of sin so that we do not have to bear the nail scars but instead can have life everlasting. Here is a compiled list of songs that are centered around the cross. Find more Easter-themed songs and hymns here.

In the Christian liturgical calendar, there are several different Feasts of the Cross, all of which commemorate the cross used in the crucifixion of Jesus. Unlike Good Friday, which is dedicated to the passion of Christ and the crucifixion, these feast days celebrate the cross itself, as the sign of salvation. Holy Cross Day (September 14, 2021) honors Christ's self-offering on the cross for our salvation.

Whether you're planning a Good Friday service, building a communion set, or simply want to anchor your congregation more deeply in the gospel, having a strong library of cross-centered songs is essential for every worship pastor. The cross is not a seasonal theme. Rather, it is the heartbeat of everything we do when we gather to worship. Read more here.