What Greeting Should We Use on Good Friday?

I never know how to greet people on Good Friday, especially when I’m walking into a Good Friday church service. “Happy Good Friday!” That greeting doesn’t seem right. Good Friday is the day we remember Jesus’s death by crucifixion. The words “happy” and “good” when commemorating the darkest Friday in human history don’t seem appropriate. … Continue reading What Greeting Should We Use on Good Friday?

“And They Are Crucifying Him” (Mark 15:24)

I opened my Greek Bible this morning (that is, the day I originally wrote this) simply to read God’s Word. I looked down at the first three words on the page: Καὶ σταυροῦσιν αὐτον (literal translation: “And they are crucifying him,” Mark 15:24). These words arrested me—and if I’m fully transparent, instantly reduced me to … Continue reading “And They Are Crucifying Him” (Mark 15:24)

I Abandoned My Lord: A Good Friday Reflection

Last year, I was at home with my family on Good Friday because of Covid-19. My home church streamed a somber and beautiful online service. One of our church leaders led a soul-searching time of reflection on the passion narrative, interspersing six pre-recorded readings from the biblical text with solemn songs led by our worship … Continue reading I Abandoned My Lord: A Good Friday Reflection