Christians and Easter: It’s Complicated
Easter is one of the most important holidays in the Christian calendar, but it’s also a holiday with a complicated history. For Christians, Easter is a time to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. But for many skeptics, Easter is a holiday steeped in paganism and commercialism. So what’s the truth about Christians and Easter? It’s complicated. The Gospel Story (the good news) for Christians is all about the Crucifixion of Jesus (observed on Good Friday) and the Resurrection of Jesus (celebrated on Easter Sunday). Easter is a complicated holiday for Christians. On the one hand, it’s a time to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is at the heart of their faith. On the other hand, non-Christians often … Read Bible Verses