Today is Good Friday - a day to commemorate Jesus' death on the cross. I am often overwhelmed when I think about what He did for me. Thank you, Jesus.
In honor of Holy Week, I've been listening to a lot of Easter themed songs. One that I really love is called How Deep the Father's Love For Us.
How deep the Father's love for us,
How vast beyond all measure
That He should give His only Son
To make a wretch His treasure
How great the pain of searing loss,
The Father turns His face away
As wounds which mar the chosen One,
Bring many sons to glory.
Behold the Man upon a cross,
My sin upon His shoulders
Ashamed I hear my mocking voice,
Call out among the scoffers
It was my sin that held Him there
Until it was accomplished
His dying breath has brought me life
I know that it is finished.
I will not boast in anything
No gifts, no power, no wisdom
But I will boast in Jesus Christ
His death and resurrection
Why should I gain from His reward?
I cannot give an answer
But this I know with all my heart
His wounds have paid my ransom.
Such beautiful words about sacrifice, forgiveness, and redemption.
The somberness surrounding the events of Good Friday are made bearable by the anticipation and joy that come on Easter morning when we celebrate Christ's resurrection. Since I won't be around my computer on Easter morning, I'm going to share this video now.
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