Good Friday Chief Service

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In our sermon for Good Friday we gather to consider the life of Pontius Pilate. Though Christ is headed to death, Jesus bypasses any concern for Himself, to focus on the life and salvation of this man who will sentence Him to die by crucifixion. As Jesus shows such love for those guilty of treachery, we see also His love for us.

Special historic and ancient features of this service include the reading of one of the greatest chapters of the Bible, Isaiah 53, the responsive reading of the Passion account, the praying of the Good Friday Bidding Prayer where we intercede for the needs of all people, and the adoration of the holy cross.

Holy Spirit, inspire us by this meditation, and keep us forever in Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.