When you break it down, the cross is really a barter system. The difference is the exchange is not even. We bring him our broken, sinful condition and he exchanges that for his perfect righteousness. There cannot be a bigger contrast than that.
Below I have compiled some Good Friday Bible verses that we can find throughout Scripture. The Old Testament prophesied that in order for us to attain salvation, someone had to pay the ultimate penalty. Jesus did just that for us.
Easter meals are a wonderful chance to gather with family and friends and reflect on God's amazing resurrection. Here are a few prayers for your family to recite together this Easter Sunday.
The eight days of Holy Week mark the culmination of everything Jesus came to earth to accomplish. Let's follow the timeline of his last days in Jerusalem, leading up to the cross and beyond that to the empty tomb.
Easter is a wonderful season to share our hope in Jesus. But we need to do so in ways that feel natural and meaningful. Here are five easy ways to share your faith in the days leading up to Easter.
The holiday visitors are those who have a membership or familial attachment to the church, but for whatever reason do not regularly attend other than Christmas and Easter. So how should the church biblically treat Chreasters?
Step into Holy Week with our Palm Sunday Prayers, Reflections, Resources, a digital download designed to center your heart on the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. Within its pages, you will find long, contemplative prayers for Palm Sunday, as well as shorter prayers paired with reflection points to guide moments of stillness and meditation. Explore carefully selected Palm Sunday Scriptures and deepen your experience with additional resources, including videos, related articles, podcasts, and a special freebie to enrich your spiritual journey.
FREE BONUS: At the end of this download, you will alsogain access to Joy Comes at Daybreak: A Devotional Journal for Holy Week. This journal invites you to slow down, open Scripture, and walk alongside Christ from Palm Sunday to the empty tomb. Daily readings, reflective questions, and anchored prayers help you prepare your heart with reverence, hope, and joy. Set aside intentional moments this Easter season to reflect on the cross, celebrate the resurrection, and let the story of Christ’s humility and victory renew your soul.
Every year on Good Friday, Christians take time to meditate on the depth of Jesus’ sacrifice for us in suffering a humiliating, bloody death by crucifixion. It’s a time to dwell on what Jesus suffered for us, in all its pain and intensity, without rushing straight ahead to the good news of Easter, resurrection, and new life.
Many marriages feel worn down, but Easter reminds us that God specializes in renewal. If your relationship feels stuck or tired, Scripture offers a clear path forward rooted in hope and obedience.
This Easter, let’s meditate upon six people throughout history God used to point toward Christ. And then let’s marvel at Christ’s unwavering faithfulness, grace, and mercy.
Many churches celebrate Palm Sunday, which is always the Sunday before Easter. Maybe your church has children waving palm branches to help them connect to the story. But while this is a triumphal entry, it is Jesus’ first step toward His death.
Use these simple yet powerful Palm Sunday prayers to celebrate the triumphal entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem and the passion He willingly endured for our salvation!
Each day of Holy Week is an opportunity to celebrate together as a family. This year, consider following a simple pattern: reading the Scriptures, discussing the passages, engaging in a memorable activity, and praying together. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate Jesus all week long.
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