Charles Dickens started A Tale of Two Cities with the line, It was the best of times, it was the worst of times..." As we meditate on Good Friday, we may feel that in some ways this day represents the worst of times and the best of times. Good Friday is the day that Jesus Christ was crucified, but it is also the day that begins our path to redemption!
Through the events of Holy Week, we are reminded of the joys, struggles, and heartbreak surrounding Jesus and His followers. From a joyful entry to an excruciating end, the week brought Jesus and His followers a range of emotions. However, even in the midst of the worst of times, Jesus promised a joyous end. As we mourn the death of our Savior, we also rejoice in His sacrifice that allows us to spend eternity with Him. Through the worst and best of times, it is through our Lord that we have all good things. It is through Jesus Christ that we have forgiveness and redemption!
Through the worst of times and best of times, remember Good Friday and all the good things provided by the Lord!
Prayer:
Dear God-
Thank You for Jesus and for His sacrifice. All praise to You for all good things in my life. Through Jesus, my Savior, I pray, amen.