Wow…Just Wow! with Carol McLeod
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In this powerful First Friday episode of the Significant Women podcast, Carol McLeod delivers a profound meditation on Good Friday, focusing on the cosmic and spiritual significance of Jesus' crucifixion. She draws from Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John to paint a vivid picture of the darkness that covered the land from noon to 3 p.m., the tearing of the temple veil from top to bottom, the earthquake, and the moment Jesus declared 'It is finished.' McLeod emphasizes that these events were not merely historical but supernatural, signaling the end of the old covenant and the opening of direct access to God’s presence for all people—regardless of status or sin. She connects this ancient moment to the present, urging listeners to approach God with bold confidence, citing Hebrews and 1 John to affirm that believers can come before the throne of grace with assurance, knowing their prayers are heard and answered according to God’s will. The episode culminates in a call to live with fearless intimacy with God, empowered by the finished work of Christ.
The tearing of the temple veil from top to bottom symbolized the end of separation between God and humanity—now everyone has direct access to His presence.
Jesus’ death was so significant that even creation responded—darkness, earthquakes, and the splitting of rocks occurred, showing that nature recognized Him as the Son of God.
Believers today are invited to come before God’s throne with boldness (Greek: parousia), not shame or hesitation, because of Jesus’ sacrifice.
Prayer is not a request for favor but a declaration of faith in God’s promises—ask boldly, according to His will, and trust that He hears.
The death of Jesus on Good Friday was not just a tragedy but a victory—creation itself bore witness to the divine moment of redemption.
Welcome & Focus on Good Friday
Carol McLeod opens the episode by setting the context of Easter and Holy Week, announcing that this week’s episode will focus on the spiritual significance of Good Friday, the day of Jesus’ crucifixion.
The Darkness and the Sacrificial Lamb
“Caiaphas was taking the pure, spotless lamb into the temple to be slaughtered on behalf of the people while Jesus, the final and powerful, spotless Passover lamb, was being slaughtered upon the cross of Calvary.”
The Tearing of the Veil: A Supernatural Event
“Wow! Just wow. The sound itself must have been deafening as it ripped. You know, it was almost as if an invisible and powerful hand grabbed it and ripped it to shreds.”
Creation’s Response & Caiaphas’s Fate
“Creation always believed. Creation always knew that Jesus was the son of God.”
Bold Access to God’s Presence Today
“My friend, the doors open wide. You're invited by God the Father to enter into his holy presence and to tell him exactly what you need.”
“Wow, just wow. The veil of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom and the earth shook and the rocks were split.”
“Creation always believed. Creation always knew that Jesus was the son of God.”
“My friend, the doors open wide. You're invited by God the Father to enter into his holy presence and to tell him exactly what you need.”
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