According to various sources, the name Easter has its origin with a goddess of the Anglo-Saxons named “Eostre” (with various different spellings). It is believed that she is the goddess of the dawn and was worshiped in the spring by pagans in Northern Europe and the British Isles. Others beliefs include goddesses from around the world: Ishtar, Ashtoreth, Venus, and others. Every primary god is a figure of Nimrod, and every primary goddess is a figure of Semiramis. So the legions go. None of these gods or goddess are alive today and most of them never lived at all. They were all conjured up gods that behave themselves according to the desires of their inventors and believers.
Christianity is totally different. Easter is a resurrection day celebration that is all about what Almighty God has done for the world and particularly what he has done for born-again-believers. All of the characters that are involved in the resurrection of Jesus were real people. And, Jesus is; because He has risen from the grave on the third day and he has since never died. The event is a historically true fact. There are many witnesses who have written books about this time. It’s the most important event in the history of mankind. And, it’s the most important event in the future of eternity. There is not another day that is more important that the day we celebrate as Resurrection Day, better known as Easter. It is all about a risen Savior who was sent to redeem all who believe in Him. It means that if a person will give himself or herself to Jesus and believe in Him that they will never ever be separated from the Love of Almighty God and they will live with Him for eternity.
On an Easter Sunday years ago, I was flying a Boeing 737 for America West Airlines. The entire crew was hanging out in the First Class cabin awaiting the gate agent to announce the boarding call for our next departure. A young flight attendant sounded a question; What is all this Easter business about anyway? What is the big deal about it? I answered the question truthfully but failed to take full advantage of the opportunity that presented itself. It could have been a time to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and I failed. At the time I don’t think that I fully realized the total significance of the Resurrection. I don’t think very many born-again-believers today are ready to give an explanation. Just like me, I knew the truth, but didn’t fully understand the significance. When I think about it now, joy fills my heart and tears may appear, because Almighty God has chosen to create me, and then to draw me near to Him, and then to save me. Jesus went through a hard life, a crucifixion, and arose on the third day in a glorified body. He promises me a glorified body just like His someday.
WHAT ON EARTH COULD BE BETTER THAN THAT?
Thanks for the encouragement
Thank you Jesus