Happy Good Friday to Christians. I must admit that I'm not knowledgeable enough to share any wisdom on what this day means to differing religions, if anything at all. But for Christians, the day is a is mixed with awful and "good". The Bible explains that it was on this day of the year that Jesus Christ was crucified and killed, but that his death was for his followers.
I attend and am a member of a nearby Methodist church. I appreciate being reminded of the important life lessons that are contained in the Bible including the lessons explained about the teachings and actions of Jesus Christ. On the other hand, there are some things about the Bible that I question and from time-to-time find difficulty even comprehending.
I truly believe, though, in the concept of grace, while I also admit that I don't fully understand the power of grace. It seems to be a concept that I am constantly searching out and attempting to wrap my brain around. I suppose I can also admit that the idea of grace is why I attend church.
What I truly find wonderful and hopeful is that grace exists in all religions - at least most that I have received little tidbits of information about from time to time. And I then truly believe that there is room for all of us to live side-by-side and co-exist peacefully, regardless of the differences that may appear in our level and characteristics of our faiths.
We are currently in the midst of very troubling times when news headlines include words such as Tomahawk Cruise Missiles, nuclear tests, and bombs nicknamed "Mother of All Bombs" that are dropped from cargo planes. I hope that this Good Friday is not remembered for such weaponry designed to destroy one another; rather, I hope this Good Friday is remembered for the grace that we can offer one another.
Have a day full of grace that you receive and offer to others.
JBiz
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