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SUNDAY CHOICE – 10 REASONS TO BELIEVE EASTER REALLY HAPPENED – By Charles Schokman Jesus Christ is arguably the central figure of history. This Easter, 2.4 billion people will celebrate his resurrection. But how do we know if Jesus really did rise from the dead? Christians believe Jesus is not merely a dead hero, but God in flesh and the living Saviour. The apostle Paul wrote, “if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith” (1 Corinthians 15:17). Jesus’ resurrection really matters. Consider 10 reasons that Easter is not a legend or a fairy tale, but true history. 1. JESUS REALLY DIED Some have suggested that Jesus merely fell unconscious on the cross and later revived in the tomb. But there is no way he could have survived crucifixion. The Romans invented crucifixion not just for torture but for capital punishment. The soldiers attending ...

Mar 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Charles Schokman Tagged Christianity, Christians believes, Easter, Jesus Christ, REASONS TO BELIEVE EASTER

SUNDAY CHOICE – PALM SUNDAY-HOSANNA IN THE HIGHEST – By Charles Schokman Today, Christians around the world are celebrating Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem (which we usually call “Palm Sunday,” because the crowd welcomed Him by spreading palm branches in His path). Those who greeted Him were convinced He was the Messiah (or “anointed one”), sent by God to establish His Kingdom on earth. Why did the crowds turn against Jesus so quickly? One week they welcomed Him, and the next week they demanded He be crucified. Billy Graham addressed this important question numerous times in his My Answer column. “No events in human history were more important than Jesus’ death and resurrection, and yet many people (even Christians) never take time to study them. It must have been a dramatic sight as Jesus approached Jerusalem on a donkey (which was a sign of His humility). The ...

Mar 22, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Charles Schokman Tagged Billy Graham, Christians, Easter, first Palm Sunday, God, Jerusalem, Palm Sunday

The Message of Easter – By Nilan James Source : Dæhæna – March 2024 Easter is the most important religious festival for Christians. It celebrates Jesus’ victory over death. It defines the beginning and the foundation of Christianity. For Christians, the resurrection is an important treasure. It’s also a great love story. Jesus did not come into the world simply to suffer and die. He came to bring God’s message of unconditional love The Resurrection of Jesus takes us beyond the Cross to the joy and hope that comes from seeing the Risen Lord. Christ risen allowed us to know that there is a future for every human being and that our cry for unending life is indeed answered in Him. This is the true message of Easter! We also have gives us a new sense of certitude, even if when it is very difficult in our lives, even if ...

Feb 29, 2024 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Christianity, Christians, Easter, festival for Christians, God’s message, Jesus, Nilan James

Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 152 06 04 2023 It’s Holy Week! While there’s the oldest woman in Vogue, deepest fish in the sea, women in distribution & upbeat economic news, today we’re also shining a light on Holy Week with some interesting history about the origins of the cross, adding the hope of Easter with a special chocolatier and bring on the Easter bunny with a story about Wah-Wah. Enjoy, May your Easter be blessed. Savithri ...

Apr 6, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Savithri Rodrigo Tagged deepest fish in the sea, Easter, Holy Week, Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 152

Easter – by Niroshan de S Wijeyeratne Source:Dæhæna – Radio 4EB Sri Lankan Group – Monthly e-Newsletter – April 2022 What is Easter? Without a doubt one of the most important celebrations in the Christian calendar, Easter is a holiday that celebrates the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. After his crucifixion, death, and burial, three days later, He rose from the grave. By this, He conquered death and redeemed us from sin. If you have visited the holy land you will notice this grave resting besides the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. The earliest recorded observance of an Easter celebration comes from the 2nd century, though the commemoration of Jesus’ Resurrection probably occurred earlier. This year Easter is celebrated on Sunday, April 17, 2022. In the Christian calendar, Easter follows Lent, the period of 40 days (not counting Sundays) before Easter, which traditionally is observed by acts ...

Apr 1, 2022 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Easter, Lord Jesus Christ