Why is Holy Week Important // Holy Week Bible Reading Plan

What is Holy Week?

Holy Week is the week leading up to Easter and Resurrection Sunday. It begins with Jesus entering Jerusalem and ends with His Resurrection.

Why is Holy Week Important?

Holy Week is an important part of Christian faith and theology. It commemorates Jesus’ final days of His earthly ministry. Even though the events of Holy Week took place over 2,000 years ago, they still have the power to teach and transform Christ followers and Christian leaders today. 

Through observing Holy Week, we can learn  how to use our anger for good, serve those around us, have hope in hopeless times, and much more. 

The days and events of Holy Week include: 

• Palm Sunday: This day commemorates Jesus’ entry to Jerusalem. This event can teach us how to use our anger for good.
• Holy Monday, Holy Tuesday, & Holy Wednesday: These days commemorate the final teachings of Jesus’ ministry. Through these teachings we can learn about the importance of spiritual fruit, the difference between the letter and the spirit of the law, as well as how to connect with God through serving others.
• Maundy Thursday: This day commemorates Jesus’ last meal with His disciples. This event can teach us about servant leadership.   
• Good Friday: This day commemorates Jesus’ death. This event can teach us about what it means to take up our cross.
• Holy Saturday: This day commemorates the time in-between’ Jesus’ death and resurrection. This event can teach us about the importance of grief.  
• Resurrection Sunday: This day commemorates Jesus’ resurrection. This event can teach us about how Jesus gave hope to His past, present, and future followers

How can Christians observe Holy Week?

One of the ways that Christians can observe these days and events is by reading through the story of Holy Week in Matthew 21-28. 

If you’d like to read through the story of Holy Week, you can save the image in this post for reference. I will also be sharing a devotional each day of Holy Week on my blog.