Who Originally Preached It Friday But Sunday's Coming

If you've ever spent much time in a church pew around Easter, you've definitely wondered who originally preached it friday but sunday's coming, because that refrain is just too iconic to forget. It's one of those messages that sticks to your ribs. Even if you aren't a regular churchgoer, there's a good chance you've heard a clip of it on YouTube or seen the text shared across social media every spring. The rhythmic delivery, the building tension, and the explosive hope of that single phrase—it's the kind of oratory that feels like it's been around forever. ...

February 6, 2026 · 6 min · Regine Stan