Easter 2023 message: Geraldton Anglican Dean Lachlan Edwards on why Good Friday is so good and important

I remember as a young Christian being confused about the term “Good Friday”. What could be good about an innocent man being murdered in such a brutal, humiliating and public way? But it is good because on that day Jesus took the consequence we each deserve, for thumbing our nose at God, for not acknowledging God as our creator, sustainer and king. It is good because justice was served, and mercy received. It is good because there is a “get out of jail free” gift on offer for those who are willing to accept that Jesus exchanged his righteousness for their unrighteousness. Perhaps it should be called Great! Fantastic! Spectacular! Amazing! The Best News Ever! Friday?