Hello Tim,
I have often thought about that as well. Have you looked that word 'cross' up under Strongs and got the definition? Here it is, maybe this can help somewhat.
G4716
σταυρός
stauros
stow-ros'
From the base of G2476; a stake or post (as set upright), that is, (specifically) a pole or cross (as an instrument of capital punishment); figuratively exposure to death, that is, self denial; by implication the atonement of Christ: - cross.
G2476
ἵστημι
histēmi
his'-tay-mee
A prolonged form of a primary word στάω staō (of the same meaning, and used for it in certain tenses); to stand (transitively or intransitively), used in various applications (literally or figuratively): - abide, appoint, bring, continue, covenant, establish, hold up, lay, present, set (up), stanch, stand (by, forth, still, up). Compare G5087.
Here is some more that will help.
(Rom 6:5 LITV) For if we have been joined together in the likeness of His death, so also shall we be in the resurrection,
(Rom 6:6 LITV) knowing this, that our old man was crucified with Him, that the body of sin might be nullified, so that we no longer serve sin.
(Rom 6:7 LITV) For the one that died has been justified from sin.
(Gal 2:20 LITV) I have been crucified with Christ, and I live; yet no longer I, but Christ lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh, I live by faith toward the Son of God, the One loving me and giving Himself over on my behalf.
(Gal 5:24 LITV) But the ones belonging to Christ crucified the flesh with its passions and lusts.
The cross of Christ has alot more deeper truths, than the ones who want the outward appearance, so to be seen by others. As Jesus said many times, they have their reward.
Hope this helps brother,
God bless,
Gary