Good Friday is a day of mourning and reflection for Christians. It is the day that we remember the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. However, it is also a day of hope. As Christians we believe that Jesus’ death on the cross was a sacrifice for our sins, and that he rose from the dead three days later. His giving sacrifice is in fact our salvation.
So even though Good Friday is a somber day, it is also a day of great beauty. The story of Jesus’ crucifixion is one of love, sacrifice, salvation, and redemption. Indeed, it is God’s sacrifice of his only Son is what redeems us. What an act to give up his life to take on the burden of all sin and wash us clean through the spilling of his own blood.
If you are not a Christian, I encourage you to learn more about Good Friday. It is a story that is worth knowing. And if you are a Christian, I encourage you to reflect on the meaning of Good Friday this year. May it be a day of hope and renewal for you.
Here are some ways to make Good Friday a more uplifting experience:
Attend a Good Friday service at your local church.
Read Holy-Week by Tarzana Joe it is a short compelling poem that beautifuly describes the importance of this Holy of days.
Listen to music that inspires you.
Spend time with loved ones.
Start listening to The Bible in a Year Podcast it can be found on iTunes, Audible, Amazon Music, and on Google Podcasts
No matter how you choose to spend Good Friday, make sure to focus on the forgiveness, hope, and love that Jesus Christ offers us. May this be a day of blessing for you and your loved ones. Today is not the end, it is the beginning of our Salvation.
I’ll leave you with with the Lord’s words to Moses in Numbers 6:22-27 New American Standard Version
“The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the LORD turn his face toward you and give you peace.” ’ “So they will put my name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.”
Numbers 6:24-27 NAS
Go fourth and be blessed.
About Patrick
First and foremost, Patrick is a fallen being far from perfect in just about every way. Saved by Christ more than a decade ago, his life has been transformed. While there is more to Patrick than simply his redemption this must be placed up front because it is perhaps the most important brick in the foundation of this blog.
Additional information about Patrick includes his home. He is a displaced native Minnesotan who has studied just about everything. He holds both a Bachelor of Science in Multi-Disciplinary Studies and an MBA with an additional emphasis on Public Relations, both from Liberty University.
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