The wood. The thorns. The nails. Christ's sacrifice has definedthe very essence of mankind's faith for the past 2000 years. And now,Max Lucado invites you to examine the cross, contemplate its purpose,and celebrate its significance withHe Chose the Nails.With his warm, caring style, Max examines the symbols surroundingChrist's crucifixion, revealing the claims of the cross and assertingthat if they are true, then Christianity itself is true. The supportingevidence either makes the cross the single biggest hoax of all time, orthe hope of all humanity.There were no accidents on the days surrounding Jesus' death.Jesus' last moments were not left up to chance. God chose the path; heselected the nails. Our Lord planted the trio of crosses and painted thesign. God was never more sovereign than in the details of the death ofhis Son. God didn’t have to do all these things, you know. The onlyrequired act for our salvation was the shedding of blood, yet he didmuch more. So much more.InHe Chose the Nails,New York Timesbestselling author and pastor Max Lucado will help you:Learn just how much God loves and cares for youTake comfort that Jesus understands everything you face in this lifeRemember that there’s nothing you can do to earn God's giftStand firm in the promise that you are forgiven, and you are welcome in God's presenceSearch the scene of the cross and listen for God's gentle whisper, "I did it just for you."