Most churches will celebrate Lord’s Supper on Good Friday. It speaks to us of Jesus sacrifice; the pain and shame He was willing to endure, all for the sake of redeeming us from our sin. We are reminded of his suffering, the innocent blood that flowed, and the painlaiden words Jesus spoke on the cross;
"Father, forgive them, they know not what they do." Luke 23:34
Jesus, the blameless Son of God, who healed, delivered and saved people – was Himself sentenced to death. He was accused with lies and wrongfully punished. He did not deserve any of this. It was an injustice. Foul play... But still He
trusted his Father and even asked for forgiveness for his tormentors.
This grace and forgiveness of Jesus shames me. Sometimes I get upset over the smallest of things. Sometimes I stay
angry for days if someone treats me wrong. And yet - when I do wrong myself - I want so much for God to forgive me as soon as possible.
I want
his Grace for myself, and yet I withhold it from people around me.
"God please save me from my own double
standards!"
I pray that we can all do some soul searching this Easter. And may we all find our capacity for giving and receiving Grace on the increase.
The Lord be near you all this Easter.
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