“With the sign of the Cross, I shall more certainly break through the ranks of the enemy than if armed with shield and sword." St. Martin of Tours (+397)

The sign of the Cross is the sign of Christ’s victory over the power of sin and death. It is the sword that pierced and defeated Satan. For those who have faith in Jesus, it is the sign we cover ourselves with, the sign we wear in faith, the sign we stand behind as our shield in the time of battles with the power of darkness. It is not a jewelry, it is not a good luck charm, it is not a magical wand. We were signed with it when we were baptized. Hopefully, we will be signed with it when we die. It stands as a constant reminder of God’s ultimate love for us and our commitment in faith to him, as Lord. Wear it proudly, use it wisely and stand by it faithfully.