🌟 POP’s Weekly Encouragement

A new word of hope every Monday from Prince of Peace Church

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This Week's Message –March 23, 2026 through March 30, 2026

✨"From TGIF to Thank God For The Cross"✨

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📖Scripture Focus: Isaiah 53: 5 (KJV) 

"But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed".

 

As we move closer to Good Friday, the world often says, “TGIF—Thank God it’s Friday,” celebrating the end of a long week and the start of rest or enjoyment. But for believers, Good Friday carries a much deeper meaning. It’s not just about the end of a work week but it’s about the day Jesus gave His life so that we could truly live.

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Good Friday reminds us of the sacrifice, the suffering, and the overwhelming love that was poured out on the cross. What looked like a day of defeat was actually the beginning of victory. Jesus endured pain so that we could experience healing, freedom, and hope.

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This week, let’s shift our perspective. Instead of only celebrating Friday as the end of the week, let’s remember the cross—the ultimate expression of love and redemption.​

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Be encouraged this week:

• “TGIF” can mean Thank God for the cross

• Jesus’ sacrifice made a way for our healing and freedom

• What looked like loss became the greatest victory

• God’s love was fully displayed through Christ’s sacrifice

• Because of the cross, we have hope beyond every situation

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At Prince of Peace, we reflect on the power of the cross and the price that was paid for each of us. This is a time to draw closer to God, to remember His sacrifice, and to walk in gratitude for the gift of salvation.

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As you move through this week, let your heart be filled with thankfulness—not just because it’s Friday, but because of what Jesus did on that Friday.​​​

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💬 Need prayer or someone to talk to? We’re here for you. Reach out anytime:

📞 (314) 646-7548
📧 Email: popchurchstl@att.net

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