Good Friday

Romans 8:28 (NKJV) And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.
Traditionally, today, we celebrate the darkest day in human history; the death of Jesus Christ. While many in that day thought it was the end of the ministry of Jesus, it was just the beginning.

Sometimes we look at situations in life and wonder how anyone, anywhere can refer to them as ever ending up good. I mean, it's so painful and so hurtful and someone wants to call it good? Surely they don't understand, we think.

Perhaps they understand it a little better than we do since we're in the midst of it. Even though it's true that not everything IS good, the Word encourages us that God works all things together FOR the good for those who love Him.

It took some time for the disciples of Jesus to see the good in their Friend's death. It was through His death that our sins were wiped away and the opportunity to be saved by faith was sealed.

I pray today is a good one for you. But if it's not, wait on the Lord and watch Him work it together with other things for your good, and most importantly for His good.

By Grace,
Pastor Ed


Response:
This is such a timely message. I have been going through some struggles with work and the first thing I want to do is run/retreat. But, because my Faith is in God, I move forward and God shows me how he's moving these mountains out of my way. I am so encouraged everyday because I can't wait to see what God is going to do in my life on that day. May He continue to Bless you, your family and your ministry. You are an inspiration and I am proud of you.