This Easter time, people will be exchanging Easter Cards, purchasing and consuming Easter eggs, having Easter egg hunts, visiting family and generally enjoying the time off that the Easter season allows for. I am reminded of a poem I ususally hear most Christmases however it it still very apt even now:
” Jesus
is the reason, for this season”
Like Christmas people often forget the true meaning of what is becoming more commonly known as the “Holiday Seasons”. Yes, many large companies are now taking on the term “Holiday Seasons” to avoid a direct relationship with Christian Celebrations so as not to offend others. Television adverts during Easter concentrate on chocolate, and at Christmas, Santa and gifts!
Easter is the time we remember when our Lord Jesus Christ died for our sins on the cross. He was the perfect sacrifice. A lamb to the slaughter, untouched by sin, clean and yet he was willing to take the punishment we each deserve! The part of Easter that fills me with joy is the fact that Jesus rose again. Showing he had power over death and has gone ahead to prepare a place for each one who believes.
This Easter time, I pray that we don’t get carried away with chocolate and games, and forget the true meaning of Easter. Of course chocolate and games are fun and I would highly recommend both, however we do need to make sure we spend time with the Lord, thanking Him for what he has done for us. What he did was the most amazing gift of love.
Thank you Jesus.
