I am linking up for the Five Minute Friday. The FMF is hosted by Kate Motaung over at our Five Minute Friday website. Today’s word prompt is “next.” We would love to have you join us.
Grief holds my hand
As I stand at the foot
Of the cross.
My savior
Humiliated
A crown of thorns
Upon his head
Nails driven
Into his hands and side
Blood poured out
Blood that is his
And not ours.
Shouts of crucify him
Darkness befalls
His body lifeless
This day is what it’s all about. We cannot have Easter without the pain and reality of Good Friday. Jesus must die before he can be raised. I often find myself imagining I’m standing at the foot of the cross waiting for Jesus to take himself down. Yet he doesn’t. Tears and grief are holding my hand as I wonder and wait for what’s next.
Beautiful. So moving and timely for today. Thank you for sharing.
You’re welcome!
Beautiful. Thank you. FMF #23
Thanks
This is lovely, Tara! Even though we know what comes next it’s important to pause in that moment on Good Friday to remember.
Yes and thanks
Beautiful words, Tara. I know what you mean about waiting there near the cross, wondering if there is any hope.
Thank You!
Powerful Tara! We’re always waiting for what’s next aren’t we?
Yes we are!
So powerful! It’s hard to get through this day… and the temptation is to keep the distance –but to lean in close to the Cross and stay… So much yes and amen (and Sunday is coming!) xoxo
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A beautiful reminder to remember that before the Resurrection, He had to die. Blessings to you! xo
Yes! Blessings to you too. xoxo
Very fitting sentiment for the day. Thank you for sharing.
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