Why is today called “Good”?

Today is the day Christians reflect on the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

In the English-speaking world, the term “Good Friday” most likely comes from an archaic sense of the word good, which meant “holy.” In fact, in the Greek-speaking church, the day is called “the Great Friday” or “Holy Friday.” In German, it’s called “Sorrowful Friday.”

By whatever name, today is a day for fasting, prayer, and contemplation of the greatest act of love in the history of the universe.

Consider the weight of these words from Scripture:

He was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed (Is 53:5).

And  Jesus’ own words from the cross: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” (Mt 27:46)

To help you meditate on this awe-filled day, come to BreakPoint.org and download our booklet “The Seven Last Sayings of Jesus.”

And remember, by His wounds we are healed.