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.

The Biblical Chronology of Jesus Christ's Burial and Resurrection infographic
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Good Friday–Easter Sunday

Jesus Christ said He would be entombed for three days and three nights. Can this be reconciled with a “Good Friday” crucifixion and burial and an “Easter Sunday” resurrection? Or do the Gospels spell out a surprising, simpler solution that...
a Santa and Easter bunny cartoon cut out
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How to Answer Questions About Christmas and Easter

What should we say when questioned about these subjects? We don’t want to lose friends. And we for sure don’t want to look like a religious weirdo!
A man outside with the sun behind the trees.
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Easter

How can someone be Christian and not celebrate Jesus’ resurrection? This is a common question facing followers of Jesus Christ who do not observe Easter—one that certainly deserves an answer.
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Easter: Hiding the Meaning of Passover

Do you know that 80% of the population of the United States will observe Easter? This is approximately 262 billion people! Easter is primarily focused on Christ’s resurrection, but does not present the whole package which is the death, burial…
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Easter Bunnies - Fascinating Lie?

Although Easter is not in the Bible (except for the erroneous translation in the KJV), millions around the earth celebrate it. What is the true meaning and source of all the representations utilized in this truly Pagan celebration? Today we'll…
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Similarities Between the Two Passovers

In this sermonette, we are comparing the similarities between the Old and the New Testament Passover
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Did the Apostle Paul Teach Easter?

What did the apostle Paul teach early Christians about which days to keep?
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The Biblical Alternative to Easter

Discover the Biblical festival that was observed by the earliest Christians as chronicled in the New Testament.
A cracked egg.
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Christians Who Don’t Celebrate Easter

Easter is the most important holiday for hundreds of millions of believers around the world. Yet thousands of Christians don’t observe it. Do they know something that others don’t?
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Passover - The First Annual Sign

In this message, the sign of the Passover is discussed in detail by considering its significance and in how and when it is to be observed. The Passover is symbolic as a memorial of Christ's life and death, a sacrifice…