Good Friday. Most people would agree that Fridays are good - especially if their work week happens to be Monday to Friday. It signals the beginning of the weekend, which the vast majority of people long for repeatedly.
For a Christian, this particular Friday is labelled as good for a very specific reason. It is the day set aside for remembering what historical records refer to as the crucifixion of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. Not everyone agrees on His place in history but the Christian community as a whole believe Him to be the Saviour of the world. He is the one who was fully God and fully man, born of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary over 2000 years ago. The majority of people will know the story, even if it doesn't fit in the realm of their belief system.
So, the death of Christ was said to buy our entrance into heaven. Believing that to be true leaves us grateful for His sacrifice since He willingly gave Himself over to death. It's nice that there are two specific days in a year to focus on being thankful. Both Easter and Thanksgiving allow us the opportunity to be specifically grateful for all our God does for us in this lifetime and beyond. Take a moment this weekend, to express thanks to the Creator for the good things you have in this life. It's a good feeling.
Dee..
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