he was crushed for our iniquities;
the punishment that brought us peace was on him,
and by his wounds we are healed." Isaiah 53:5
Today we remember that before Sunday was Friday. Before Jesus rose victoriously from the grave, He paid the debt for our sin. He took our punishment, took our place. He lived a perfect spotless life. He was our pure Passover lamb. He provided us with robes of righteousness where before stood filthy rags. He provided us a path to salvation and everlasting life through his sacrifice.
Hope replaced dispair
Faith replaced fear
Life replaced death
Heaven became home.
This day is full of solemn hope. Perhaps it would be appropriate to take a moment to reflect with gratitude and a humble heart on the incredible victory brought forth on this day so many years ago.
