At first glance, it might seem strange to call a day marked by suffering and death “good.” However, the goodness lies in the grace poured out on that day. Our sin is real, but so is the mercy of God. The Bible tells us that “while we were still sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8). Grace acknowledges our brokenness and meets us in our need for a Saviour.
Yet grace comes at a cost. Jesus, innocent and without sin, willingly suffered in our place. His death wasn’t an accident or a defeat; it was the price of love. He bore the weight of our sin on the cross so we wouldn’t have to face separation from God. The pain he endured was the cost of our forgiveness.
We are deeply loved, so much that God gave his only Son
At the heart of grace is love. Jesus’ sacrifice tells us we are not forgotten or worthless. We are deeply loved, so much that God gave his only Son so we could have a full and free relationship with him.
Good Friday reminds us that grace is a gift freely given, not something we can ever earn or repay. It’s not about what we can do but what Jesus has done for us. On Good Friday, we are invited to reflect, give thanks, and respond in faith to our Saviour.
