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Easter Sunday is the most significant celebration in the Christian faith, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after His crucifixion. More than a tradition, it is the cornerstone of Christian belief—affirming Christ’s triumph over death and His role as Savior and Redeemer of the world. It marks the fulfillment of God‘s promise of salvation and the victory of life over sin, darkness, and despair.

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According to the Gospels, Jesus was crucified on Good Friday and buried in a tomb. On the third day—what we now celebrate as Easter Sunday—His followers discovered the tomb empty. The angel declared, “He is not here; He has risen, just as He said” (Matthew 28:6). 

This moment changed everything. The resurrection was not just a miraculous event—it became the foundation of the Christian message. As Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 15:14, “If Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith.”

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Easter assures believers of the promise of eternal life. Jesus’ resurrection proved He was not just a prophet or teacher but the Son of God, as He claimed. His victory over death demonstrated His divine authority and secured redemption for all who believe in Him. 

Through faith in Christ, Christians are offered new life, not just in the afterlife but in their present spiritual walk—dying to sin and rising to righteousness.

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The early church did not immediately celebrate Easter as we do today. For the first few centuries, Christians primarily observed Passover, recognizing Jesus as the true Passover Lamb. 

Over time, especially after the persecution of early Christians subsided, the Resurrection was commemorated as its own sacred observance, with the timing aligned near the spring equinox—around the same period as older pagan festivals. While some customs, such as eggs or spring themes, may have pre-Christian roots, the central meaning of Easter remains uniquely Christian: the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

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Today, Christians around the world celebrate Easter with joy and reverence. Some begin with the solemnity of Holy Week, reflecting on Jesus’ suffering and sacrifice, and conclude with the triumph of the Resurrection. 

Church services often feature joyful music, the reading of resurrection accounts, and powerful preaching focused on hope and renewal. Many churches also hold sunrise services—symbolizing the dawn of new life and the empty tomb discovered at daybreak.

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Ultimately, Easter is about hope. It tells us that no grave is too deep, no darkness too great, and no sin too strong for the power of God’s love. It is a call to remember that through Christ’s resurrection, believers are born again into a living hope (1 Peter 1:3). Easter Sunday is not merely a commemoration—it is a celebration of life, victory, and the unshakable truth that Jesus lives.

*Cover Photo/Thumbnail Photo Taken by Bradley Boyce

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