Is
It Ok For Christians
To Observe Easter?
The short answer is YES!
But Why?
The
word Easter is found only once in the
Bible (Acts
12:4). First, let me assure you that
the translators o
f the Kings James
Bible (1611)
did not make a mistake in this regard.
Actually, there are no mistakes with the
translation of the King James Bible. The
term Easter was used to articulate a
celebration of the resurrection of
Christ during the Passover (a Jewish
feast). You can be sure that
anything that is Christian will have a
polluted duplicate. Celebrating (Easter)
the resurrection of Christ is no
exception.
There is a pagan Easter that is nurtured
by false religions that is stimulated by
Satan through his false teachings. As born again believers, we do not
observe Easter in the manner of pagan
religion. The New Testament Church
observes Easter (celebrates or
engages in festivities reflecting the
resurrection of Christ) by teaching
the Word of God concerning the
resurrection of Christ.
It would be wise for Christians to
celebrate (observe) at a specific time set aside
for festivities which should consist
primarily of the preaching and
teaching of God's Word concerning the
observance of the glorious resurrection
of Jesus Christ. However, Easter is an
every day event for Christians. We
serve a risen savior!
The issue is not with the
word Easter, the real issue is one's
application. Do you apply pagan
influences or are you biblical in
doctrine and practice concerning Easter?
Observing Easter biblically is right.
Sincerely, Dr. Arthur Belanger
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