Jesus’s Journey to the Cross

As if the agony of Gethsemane and the seemingly endless illegal trials (see here and here) that Jesus endured were not enough, Jesus’s journey to Calvary’s cross was absolutely brutal.  For example, did you know the Roman soldiers severely mocked and tortured Jesus in a charade called The King’s Game? Matthew 27:27-31 and Mark 15:16-20 …

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How are Passover and Passion Week Different?

The Jewish feast of Passover and the Christian commemoration of Passion Week are always close in proximity, but typically not simultaneous. This year is an exception, as Passover and Passion Week overlap. As Christians, Passion Week points us to Christ's death, burial and resurrection, featuring Jesus, the perfect sacrificial lamb who took away our sins …

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What’s so “Good” about Good Friday?

Good Friday...the day Christians remember Jesus’ crucifixion.  What’s so “good” about the day our Lord and Savior was beaten, broken, and crucified?  It was a gruesome day, physically.  Recall, that Jesus was betrayed, endured 6 illegal trials, treated ruthlessly, and ultimately crucified. To understand the “good” in Good Friday, we must go all the way …

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