This Picture

 In this picture of me, there is a 

necklace around my neck. It is a cross necklace that I got for my 17th birthday. However, the cross on this necklace means more to me than anything else that I have jewelry wise. Some would say that it's just for decoration or just a symbol. Some would say that it doesn't mean a thing to anyone. They couldn't be more wrong.........the necklace shows me everyday what Jesus did for me and for everyone on earth. He died for ME and MY SINS!!!!!!!!! He hung on that cross in pain for everyone even the worst of people. I never take this necklace off (except for a few times) because it gives me hope and reminds me of what God did. 

I receive many compliments on it most of the time, but that is beside the point. The point is that I am a Christian. I strive EVERYDAY to be better and better. This necklace that my parents gave me shows me that everyday, every afternoon, and every night. The cross isn't just for decoration or just a plain symbol. It is a sign of love, sacrifice, and a loving Heavenly Father. Without Jesus dying for my sins I would not have a relationship with God at all. None of us would actually if you sit and think about it. God is fair and shows justice to everyone, but because He loved us that much He sent His only son to die for us. *John 3:16* 

I feel like this picture shows off my necklace very well because you can really see the cross. I've had people tell me that it does not really mean much in our society today, and they're right in a way, but also wrong. It means something to me and it means something to my eternal life with Jesus Christ. I literally love my necklace and the fact that it reminds me daily. This is one piece of jewelry that has a deeper meaning than anything else in any stores or on any kind of online shopping.