The Significance of Good Friday

Happy Good Friday and Easter!

Good Friday marks the Crucifixion of Christ. For those who do not believe, it may seem unusual to commemorate a man’s death. As a believer, I understand the reason: Jesus was born to die for our sins, so that we would not be condemned. Even though he died for everyone, many still choose not to believe, and sadly, those individuals are not saved for eternity. This truth can be difficult to accept, because no one wants to face damnation.

Easter: A Historic Event

Easter stands as one of the most significant moments in history. While it may be hard to imagine what life was like during that era, we can sometimes relate it to our own times. In biblical days, there was no technology, electricity, or modern medicine; yet, the world was still plagued by evil, oppressive rulers, government control, and the reality of death.

The Crucifixion and Its Implications

Jesus suffered the most terrible death, one reserved for the worst criminals. This injustice is infuriating, and honestly, if Jesus were alive today, he might receive the same treatment—regarded as a dissenter, agitator, or even labeled insane and imprisoned. He was beaten nearly to death, hung on a cross, and died three days later while people mocked and spit at him.

Human Nature and Sin

Despite all that has changed, we continue to live in sin every day; no one is immune. Yet, Jesus still loves us. It is heartbreaking that humanity has not learned from the past—we continue to sin without remorse. In my view, we are even worse off today than in biblical times, except for the absence of social media and digital footprints. Back then, it was just you, your family, friends, and loved ones. Greed, gluttony, adultery, murder, and widespread death were prevalent.

The Paschal Pardon and Jesus’ Sacrifice

During Passover, the people demanded Jesus be executed instead of Barabbas, a Jewish bandit and insurrectionist who had committed murder. It was customary for the Roman governor to release a prisoner chosen by the crowd during Passover. The tradition of releasing prisoners in Jerusalem at this time is known to theologians as the Paschal Pardon.

Celebrating Easter

As we celebrate Easter, let us remember that only one man willingly endured an agonizing death for all of us. Without Jesus, we would all be destined to spend our afterlives in Hell.

Wishing everyone an incredible Easter.

God Bless