Today’s Holy Mass Readings and Gospel Reflection - Good Friday, April 18,2025

Today’s Holy Mass Readings and Gospel Reflection - Good Friday, April 18,2025

First Reading : Isaiah 52:13—53:12
Responsorial Psalm : Psalm 31:2, 6, 12-13, 15-16, 17, 25
Second Reading : Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9
Gospel : John 18:1—19:42

TIMECODE CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction
00:25 First Reading
03:19 Responsorial Psalm
04:33 Second Reading
05:27 Holy Gospel
16:43 Daily Prayer

Witness the stunning fulfillment of Isaiah 53’s prophecy in John 18-19 as Scripture reveals Jesus as the Suffering Servant who bore humanity’s sins. This powerful Bible study explores:

🔹 Isaiah 52:13-53:12: The "pierced for our transgressions" prophecy (Isaiah 53:5) fulfilled in Christ’s crucifixion

🔹 John 19’s Passion Narrative: From Gethsemane to Golgotha—Jesus’ trial, scourging, and sacrificial death

🔹 Psalm 31 & Hebrews 4: Christ’s cry of surrender ("Into Your hands I commend my spirit") and His role as our High Priest

Key Themes & SEO Keywords:

✅ Prophecy & Fulfillment: How Isaiah 53’s "lamb led to slaughter" (Isaiah 53:7) foreshadowed Calvary

✅ Theology of the Cross: Substitutionary atonement, "by His wounds we are healed" (1 Peter 2:24)

✅ Historical Context: Pilate’s role, Jewish burial customs (myrrh/aloe), and the seamless tunic (John 19:23)

✅ Easter Preparation: Perfect for Lenten study, Good Friday reflection, or Easter Sunday worship

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