Good Friday? Really? -- March 29, 2013

Well, today was the day.

I know that it officially started last night.  But today is when it really began.

So much pain.  So much suffering.

It should have been you; it should have been me.  But it wasn't.

It was Him.

He put up no fight.  He gave no excuse.

He went willingly.  Because it was the only way.

There had to be a sacrifice.  The ultimate sacrifice.  The sacrifice that would forever change a fallen world.

Jesus allowed Himself to be nailed to that cross.

He knew it had to be done.

He bore the sin of the world.  And, more importantly, He was separated by death from His Father. 

The darkest day in the history of the world.  

But we don't despair.  Why?

Because It's Friday...but Sunday's comin'!

We know the rest of the story.  On Sunday, we celebrate Easter.  Resurrection Day.

At 9:50 a.m. this Sunday morning, we'll delve into what happened starting on that first Easter Sunday.

Here's what we'll discuss:
1.  The risen King is victorious over death (Luke 24:1-8).
2.  The risen King is recognized by the disciples and validated by Scripture (Luke 24:36-49).
3.  The risen King is enthroned and exalted over all creation (Luke 24:50-53).

And remember to ask someone to come with you.  We'll make room.

If you are traveling for Easter, be safe. 

Finish Friday strong.  Enjoy Saturday with your family.  See you Sunday!

Loyally yours,

Darren Bayne

"Christianity is in its very essence a resurrection religion.  The concept of resurrection lies at its heart.  If you remove it, Christianity is destroyed."  John Stott