Easter

"...do not inquire after their gods, saying, 'How did these nations serve their gods? I also will do likewise.' You shall not worship the LORD your God in that way; for every abomination to the LORD which He hates they have done to their gods" (Deuteronomy 12:30-31).

With many of its odd and unexplained customs tracing back to ancient fertility rites of the pagan goddess Astarte, the holiday of Easter is not only unbiblical—it is also filled with things God hates. Learn why followers of Christ don't celebrate the day by checking out the resources below.

BT Daily: Did Jesus Christ Teach Easter?
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Did Jesus Christ Teach Easter?

The truth about Jesus' death and resurrection is very different from what most Christians believe.
MAGNIFIED: Are We Missing the Point of Jesus Story?
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MAGNIFIED: Are We Missing the Point of Jesus' Story?

The story of Jesus Christ is the most important one ever told, but many people have been getting it wrong for centuries. Join us on a journey of understanding the story of Jesus as it was written, to look past...
Beyond Today -- Easter, Idols and God
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Easter, Idols and God

Discover how Easter is filled with ancient idolatrous practices which have nothing to do with worship of the Eternal God.
A tomb in a cave.
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Ancient Resurrection Myths Led to Easter Customs

How did so many strange customs come to be associated with the resurrection of Jesus Christ? The answer lies in pagan myths that long preceded His coming to earth!
A woman sitting in a church.
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Easter

Have you ever considered what a strange holiday Easter is? People pretend that rabbits can lay colorful eggs and then hide them for children to find. Where did such bizarre customs come from? How did they come to be associated...
The Biblical Chronology of Jesus Christ’s Burial and Resurrection
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Good Friday + Easter Sunday

How can we fit three days and three nights between a Friday afternoon crucifixion and an Easter Sunday sunrise? The fact is, we can’t. So what is the truth about when Jesus was crucified and resurrected?
Beyond Today -- March/April 2023
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Beyond Today Magazine: March–April 2023

Have you ever considered how much the Easter holiday just doesn’t add up? Start with the timing: Jesus said He would be in the tomb three days and three nights. But do the math—a Good Friday crucifixion to a resurrection...
BT Daily: I'm a Christian, But I Don't Keep Easter
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I’m a Christian, but I Don’t Keep Easter

The Bible gives us instructions on how to worship God, Easter is not commanded there, but the Passover is... which will you observe?
A rabbit and Easter eggs.
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Walking With God

What do colored Easter eggs, rabbits and sunrise services have to do with Jesus Christ?
Beyond Today -- Easter: The Rest of the Story
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Easter: The Rest of the Story

The Christian Passover and the Days of Unleavened provide the full meaning of Jesus’ life, death and resurrection.
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