Why is Good Friday "Good?"

Each year I like to ask this question and consider the answers I receive from readers. But first let's answer the question, "What is Good Friday?" Good Friday is always observed on the Friday before Easter Sunday. On this day Christians commemorate the passion, or suffering, and death by crucifixion of the Lord, Jesus Christ. Many Christians spend this day in fasting, prayer, repentance, and meditation on the agony and suffering of Christ on the cross.

So, you might wonder, why is Good Friday "good?"
Here's how members of the Christianity Forum responded to the question:

• "I believe it is called 'Good' as the substitute word for 'Holy' and 'Great' just like 'good day' comes from 'God's day.'" - David
• "It was 'good' for it was God's provision for those who are 'not.'" - booktree
• "It's good to set aside a day to reflect on the sacrifice Jesus made on the cross for our sins to be washed away. A time to think of our past, present and future." - Kay
• Leave a comment below and explain why you think Good Friday is good!

More on Why Good Friday is Good:

• Why Did Jesus Have to Die?
• Timeline of Jesus' Final Hours
• The Passion of Christ