Follow Me to the Cross (Good Friday)

The crucifixion of Christ is a life-changing event. It is the start of a new chapter of the story of Jesus. It is also a new beginning for many others.

• It was a new beginning for one of the two thieves hanging beside Jesus (Luke 23:43). 
• It was a new beginning for the saints that had previously died (Matthew 27:52). 
• The Centurion's eyes were spiritual opened as he glorified God and said, "This man really was righteous" (Luke 23:47)! 
• It was a new beginning for the disciples has they started a new chapter in their life.

Others looked on, some close and some far away, with amazement and wonderment in their heart of what has just happened. It was a significant event in the history of mankind that marks a new beginning for many, including you and me.

Today can be a new day for you as well. We often make "New Year Resolutions" January 1 but why not today? Consider a new start in your life, especially if you do not have a personal relationship with Christ. Don't wait until Easter Sunday to ask Jesus to come into your heart. Consider praying and asking Him today to forgive you of your sin and invite Him to live within you. Start this new relationship with Christ today.

Maybe you have a relationship with Christ but need to renew that relationship. Why not start today? Look for ways to strengthen your relationship with Him. Let today be a new beginning for you.

What I hear the Spirit of the Lord saying to me today is that it is a new day and God desires to do a new thing in the hearts of many.

Everyone has a story to tell. Start something new today that changes your story. A change that will add value to your story. And then tell someone today of His mercy and grace that has been applied to your life.

It is my prayer that God does something new for you today!

Friday is here but Sunday is soon coming!

Blessings,
Tim Lamb