Carrying Cross Sculpture is an inspirational gift that portrays how great Jesus' love was for us. He sacrificed greatly even before He hung on a cross. Jesus was publicly beaten before his crucifixion. Tiny pieces of iron and bone chips were tied to the ends of a leather thong whip, causing deep cuts and painful bruising. He was mocked, struck in the head with a staff and spit on. A prickly crown of thorns was placed on his head and he was stripped naked. This Carrying Cross Sculpture portrays Jesus too weak to carry His cross that Simon of Cyrene was forced to carry it for him. The bronzelike finish on this Carrying Cross Sculpture and scripture plate upon a black satin wooden base create an inspirational gift that will become a treasured keepsake passed on down through the generations. The scripture plate on the Carrying Cross Sculpture reads, "... God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8" making this a poignant inspirational gift for home or office. The Carrying Cross Sculpture is made of polyresin and wood and measures 6" high.