Prayer for the Day: At the Cross (Good Friday)
Introduction
Good Friday brings us to the heart of the Christian story—the cross. It is the place where sorrow and salvation meet, where human pain and divine mercy are joined. Standing at the cross, we face the cost of love and the depth of grace.
This day is not only about mourning but about remembering. The cross reveals what love looks like when it refuses to give up. In Christ’s suffering, we find both the weight of sin and the wonder of forgiveness.
This prayer is for those who come to the cross with humility, gratitude, and awe—for those who wish to remember that even in death, love is still speaking.
Scripture
“When Jesus had received the wine, he said, ‘It is finished.’ Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.”
— John 19:30 (NRSV)
Reflection
At the cross, the world’s brokenness is laid bare—and so is God’s heart. The words “It is finished” are not words of defeat but of fulfillment. In that moment, everything separating us from God is overcome by love.
Good Friday teaches us that grace is costly, but it is also complete. We do not earn it; we receive it. The cross is both a mirror and a mercy—it shows us who we are and who God is.
As you pause today, let the cross speak to your heart. Let it remind you that even in darkness, redemption is already taking root. The story is not over.
A Prayer for the Day: At the Cross (Good Friday)
Lord Jesus, today I stand at the foot of your cross. {pause}
Thank you for your sacrifice and the love that held you there. {pause}
Help me to see in your suffering the depth of your mercy. {pause}
Teach me to live with gratitude and compassion. {pause}
Let your cross change my heart and renew my faith. Amen. {pause}
A Prayer for Kids and Grandkids
Dear Jesus, thank you for dying on the cross for us. {pause}
Help me to remember your love and to be kind to others. {pause}
Thank you that your love is stronger than anything bad. {pause}
I love you, Jesus. Amen. {pause}
