Good Friday A day of sacrifice

Finding Faithfulness 5 Ways to Leverage Good Friday's Message of Sacrifice

As we reflect on the significance of Good Friday, we are reminded of Jesus' ultimate act of sacrifice. But what can this message teach us about faithfulness in our own lives and work? For playwrights and professionals alike, embracing the lessons of Good Friday can help us cultivate resilience, trust, and a deeper sense of purpose.

### 1. Embody Faithfulness in Times of Adversity

As Father Rolly dela Cruz notes, Jesus remained steadfast even in the face of suffering. Similarly, we can learn to remain faithful to our own goals and values, trusting that God's plan is at work. This mindset can help us navigate challenging projects or personal struggles with greater resilience.

### 2. Practice Active Listening

The suffering servant described in Isaiah and embodied by Jesus was a model of good listening. In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in our own thoughts and neglect the needs of others. By prioritizing active listening in our personal and professional relationships, we can build stronger connections and foster greater empathy.

### 3. Cultivate Trust in Our Work

Jesus trusted in His Father's plan, even when faced with uncertainty and fear. As professionals, we too can cultivate trust in our own abilities and the processes we use to achieve our goals. This trust can help us stay focused under pressure and make better decisions.

### 4. Draw Strength from Suffering

While suffering is never easy, Jesus' sacrifice reminds us that even in darkness, there is hope. By acknowledging and processing our own struggles, we can find strength and perspective that can inform our work and personal relationships. This can help us build more meaningful connections with others.

### 5. Use Our Talents to Serve Others

The Senakulo tradition commemorates Jesus' life and death through performance and storytelling. As playwrights and professionals, we too have the power to use our talents to serve others and bring hope to those around us. Whether through art, activism, or community engagement, we can make a positive impact in the world.

By embracing these lessons from Good Friday, we can cultivate greater faithfulness, resilience, and trust in ourselves and our work – even on the toughest days. By doing so, we can find new purpose and meaning in our daily lives, inspiring us to be more faithful, compassionate, and effective professionals and individuals.

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Edward Lance Arellano Lorilla

CEO / Co-Founder

Enjoy the little things in life. For one day, you may look back and realize they were the big things. Many of life's failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.