“He is not here, for He has risen, as He said. Come, see the place where He lay.” Matthew 28:6

Easter is a defining time for all, whether we believe in its significance or not. It shines a bright light on the profound questions of our existence: Who are we? Where do we come from? Why are we so often in struggle? Is there anything we can do about it? As people, we have never been shy or silent with our theoretical or philosophical answers to these questions.

Buddha, Confucius, and Muhammad rose to great heights as men of faith. Aristotle, Plato, and Socrates rose to great heights as philosophers. Darwin, Sagan, and Einstein rose to great heights as scientists. As impressive as they became, none could rival the awesome stature of Jesus Christ-the one who rose from the dead to transcend death, the grave, and evil. It was Jesus who came to earth to testify to the truth (John 18:37). In fact, His claim went so far as to say that He was the Truth, and what He said was truth (John 14:6; 8:32). Many may question this assertion as well as the authenticity of His resurrection. However, Jesus definitively answered some questions on their behalf.

Who are we? We are beings created in God’s image and likeness. Where do we come from? We are manifested from the mind and heart of Almighty God. Why are we so often in struggle? We are separated from God in nature. What can we do about it? We can accept God’s free gift of His Son, Jesus Christ, as our redeemer. He came to earth because he so loved us that he was willing to die as punishment for our sin. If you find yourself hopeless, helpless, or even heartless, the living Spirit of Jesus Christ is available to you.

As true believers, we look beyond eggs, bunnies, and baskets and joyfully say Happy Resurrection Sunday…because He is risen! 

1 Pet 1:3; 1 Thes 4:14; Rom 8:11; John 11: 25-26; John 6:40; Ps 32:11