Devotional: Join in with other believers

Good Friday and the resurrection of Jesus Christ are celebrated by the Christian church.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 11:55am

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An abstract, impressionistic scene of a dimly lit church interior, with soft, blurred shapes and pools of warm, golden light, evoking a sense of reverence and spiritual contemplation.A devotional reflection on the significance of Good Friday and the resurrection of Jesus Christ for the Christian community.Farmville Today

This devotional discusses the significance of Good Friday and the resurrection of Jesus Christ for Christian believers. It encourages readers to find a Bible-teaching church and join other believers in worship and discipleship.

Why it matters

The devotional highlights the importance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is central to Christian faith and belief. It emphasizes the need for believers to come together in community to celebrate and grow in their faith.

The details

The devotional explains that the older English meaning of 'good' in 'Good Friday' refers to the holiness of the day. It discusses how Jesus endured the cross for the joy set before him, and how the resurrection of Jesus Christ changes the destiny of all who believe. The devotional encourages readers to find a Bible-teaching church and join other believers in worship and discipleship.

  • Good Friday is a holy day in the Christian church.

The players

Jesus Christ

The central figure of Christianity, whose death and resurrection are celebrated by believers.

Marv Fisher

The pastor at Calvary Chapel Farmville who wrote the devotional and can be heard on 105.3 Equip FM radio.

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What they’re saying

“For the joy set before Him, endured the cross, scorning its shame.”

— Jesus Christ

“Be not unbelieving, but believing.”

— Jesus Christ

The takeaway

The devotional emphasizes the importance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ for Christian believers and the need for them to come together in community to celebrate and grow in their faith.