I heard the best statement today from a middle school boy. We were filling balloons to give out to children at our church’s Helicopter Egg Drop*. And he said, “I think we should get more gifts at Easter, not Christmas. I mean, it’s the day he rose from the dead! Anyone can be born; it takes work to resurrect yourself.” Now, the present part of the statement is a little skewed, but the rest of it is pretty awesome. I’m amazed how people, even Christians, look more at the bunny and the ham than at the real meaning of Easter. You see so many people in December with “Keep Christ in Christmas” stickers, but who reminds people that “It’s Not About The Bunny”?
Remember, Easter was a game changer. Easter was when God raised Jesus from the dead, indicating that He has defeated sin and death once and for all (Acts 2:24; 1 Corinthians 15:12-20). That’s something to get excited about!
So, enjoy your chocolate and your glazed hams, that’s not a problem. But keep in mind the true meaning of Easter…and it’s NOT about the Bunny.
*If you’ve never seen a helicopter egg drop, take a look at our church’s video: It’s great!
Gateway Church Egg Drop
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