Easter
Thoughts on Easter
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Evidence For Jesus’ Resurrection
The evidence for the resurrection of Jesus is compelling and multifaceted, beginning with the historically attested empty tomb, which defies natural explanations. This is further substantiated by numerous post-resurrection appearances to various individuals and groups, transforming fearful disciples into bold witnesses willing to die for their unwavering testimony of the risen Lord.
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Jesus’ Unlawful Trial, His Death and Resurrection
This Easter, we remember the passion of our Lord. He came to live like us, teach us God’s truth and ultimately suffer and die for us. Christ came to conquer death through His sacrifice and resurrection. Jesus said, “I am the Resurrection and the Life. He who believes in Me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in Me will never die” (John 11:25).
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Biblical Archaeology – Has Jesus’ Tomb Been Identified?
Twenty years have passed since I entered the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem. It’s a remarkable place and I recommend all to visit it, if in Jerusalem. Only the Garden Tomb provides believers with the experience and vistas, familiar to the disciples. But is it the actual place of Christ’s resurrection? Extensive research found the tomb dates to several centuries before Jesus’ life, along with other Iron Age tombs in the area. Sadly, this excludes the Garden Tomb as Jesus’ tomb, because the Bible says they placed Jesus’ body inside a newly cut tomb (Matthew 27:60). Also, the cistern in the garden bears the marks of crusader technology, nullifying hope of…
