RECEIVE SALVATION AND JOIN THE CELEBRATION

“But as many as receive Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name”—John 1:12

Easter is celebrated throughout the world.  The meaning of Easter is more than an Easter Bunny, coloring eggs, and having a good meal.  Easter is the day that Christian’s gather around the world in commemoration and celebration to worship the resurrected Lord.  Statics show that more people attend church on Easter than any other day.  I think that the reason people may seem more drawn to church on Easter Sunday is because they are looking for answers and hope in their lives. 

Jesus is the Hope of the world.  Hope is the reason that people want to continue to live when faced with life threatening illnesses.  When Jesus rose from the dead, He forever changed our human perspective on death.  His victorious return from the grave is proof that death has been vanquished.  Man’s ancient enemies, sin, and death, no longer threaten those who have trusted Jesus Christ as Lord.  For Jesus said, “I am the resurrection, and the life; he that beleiveth in Me, though he were dead, yet shall be live” (John 11:25).

 

The resurrection of Jesus Christ proves that there is another dimension of life.  For He promised, “I go to prepare a place for you. I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also” (John 14: 2-3).  This assures us that Jesus Christ will raise all who believe in Him.  This good news is worth celebrating!

Prayer—Father, make real to me the glorious hope of the resurrection, in Jesus Name.  Amen.