Holy week

For many people, Holy Week is a time of fluctuating emotions as we reflect on the last week of Jesus’ earthly life. It begins with an ‘up’ on Palm Sunday, then works through the trauma and ‘downs’ of Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, before ending with the incomparable ‘up’ of Jesus’ resurrection on Easter Day.

This year, more than any other in most of our lifetimes, it is a doubly strange time. All around us, people including our Prime Minister are struggling with coronavirus, and dealing with its consequences such as lockdown. At times like this, it is good to remember that we have a God who has endured the worst of trauma and understands our situation, however grim it may be. More was written about the traumatic last week of Jesus’ life than anything else He said or did (see John’s gospel chapter 12 onwards to discover more).

Whatever you are experiencing at the moment, you have a God who understands, hears, and is with you in it all. Jesus died on Good Friday to defeat death and sin, and rose on Easter Day to bring new life. I pray that you will know this new life for yourself.

On this website, I will post a video reflection on Good Friday and another on Easter Day. I hope you find these helpful.

Wishing you God’s best,

David