E is for Easter

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Definition: This word occurs only once in the Bible (Acts 12:4) and then would be better translated “Passover.” The word Easter is from Eastre, a Norse goddess whose pagan festival was observed at the spring equinox. The association of this pagan goddess with the celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ was only by adaptation and synthesis. There is no real connection. Jesus, being the Lamb of God, was crucified at Passover time and is the true Passover (see 1 Cor. 5:7). He was raised from the grave on the third day thereafter. It thus became a springtime anniversary and has come to be called Easter in the Christian world.



Here's a picture story about the first Easter that you may want to share with your little ones.  You can view it larger here and print if you desire.

Pondering the Scriptures Sunday #24

"He is not here, but is risen..." Luke 24:6

It is Easter today and I am remembering our Lord Jesus Christ. This day designating a remembrance of the day He arose from the dead. Simply put, His resurrection gives us all the opportunity to live again after we die. Moreover, the atonement that preceded His resurrection rounds out the great plan of salvation. Our carnal or sinful ways can't hold us down if we choose to exercise the redeeming sacrifice that Christ paved for us.  So, when we come to a point in our lives that seem hopeless, bleak, or even a point of no return; let's remember that Christ understands the agony and has paid the price to turn it around for us. There is a way. We sure have an awesome big brother!

My heart is full.  I thank thee Lord. 

HAPPY HAPPY EASTER MI AMIGOS

I LOVE YOU!

Happy Easter!

Thomas S. Monson shares the story of a mother who lost her son at war but learned he would live again because of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Pondering the Scriptures Sunday #23

I apologize that this is late today ...zillion of things going on right now.  Anyway, Easter is coming up and so today's scripture will reflect on that topic.

"For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ shall all be made alive."

1 Corinthians 15:22

Another feast ... encompassing discussion for Fall of Man, Plan of Salvation, Atonement of Jesus Christ, Mission of Jesus Christ, and of course, Resurrection.

Have a wonderful Easter!!

The First Easter

We have Easter to remind us of the day that Jesus arose from the dead.

All over the world, people who love Jesus celebrate his resurrection on this day.

He has risen so we too can live again after we die.

Happy (belated) Easter!!