THE GOOD FRIDAY
Luke 23:39-43 (43) – Jesus answered him, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.” (NIV)
Read: John 11:25–27
Today is Good Friday because of Christ’s crucifixion and death on the cross at Calvary. Going by the account of Jesus’ agony, it is hard to physically see anything good about the day. This is why some countries call Good Friday “Sorrowful Friday”. Whatever the name of the day, Good Friday holds great significance, as the suffering and death of Jesus signalled a landmark moment for humanity.
The devil’s greatest error was to coordinate Jesus’ execution because he had no idea that the Saviour would rise on the third day. Christ’s resurrection signified the triumph over sin (death) and brought the hope of eternal life. Good Friday therefore symbolises the beginning of redemption and a season of reflection on God’s sacrifice for mankind. Likewise, the Cross of Calvary signifies mercy, truth, righteousness, and peace (Psalms 85:10). It was these attributes and the power of the cross that saved the convicted criminal in our Bible text from eternal damnation after acknowledging Jesus as the Lord and Saviour.
Beloved, if you have been convicted by the law or feel guilty through sin or other people’s condemnation, you can be saved by confessing your sins and accepting Jesus into your life! This is the beginning of enjoying the benefits of salvation as you press on to live in holiness. However, what could yet make Good Friday a terrible day is when you continue in sin or backslide. This makes God’s redemptive work worthless and defeats the essence of Good Friday and Easter. Make full proof of Good Friday to examine your salvation and reach out to the unsaved.
PRAYER
Hymn: O Happy Day – Philip Doddridge (1755)
1. Father, thank You for paying the price for my salvation.
2. Reflect and pray continually, as led by the Holy Spirit.
(MIDNIGHT PRAYER)
1. Spend quality time praising God for Your redemption from death and hell.
2. Glory destroyers assigned to render me useless in life. Scatter by fire.
3. Serpent of my ancestral lineage, swallowing my benefits. Die!
YOU WILL NOT DIE!
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