Should We Celebrate Easter? Or Remember the Cross?

16/04/2025 38 min

Listen "Should We Celebrate Easter? Or Remember the Cross?"

Episode Synopsis

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Bill and Dave dive into the traditions of Easter and challenge listeners to focus not just on the Resurrection, but more importantly on Christ's crucifixion. They explore the biblical basis for remembering Jesus' death, question the timing of the traditional Good Friday, and share why the early church emphasized the cross more than the holiday. Plus, a surprising truth about weeds and spiritual soil!00:00 – Welcome & intro to Easter week00:36 – Opening prayer01:42 – Does the Bible command us to celebrate the Resurrection?03:17 – What the Bible says to remember: His death04:54 – Why we gather on Sundays, not Saturdays07:17 – The theological weight of Christ’s death08:56 – Resurrection: Power confirmed, but not commanded as a holiday10:19 – Passion Week & why the cross matters12:57 – Why we don’t hold Good Friday services14:00 – Misleading traditions and "harmless" practices32:25 – The feasts of Passover, Unleavened Bread, and First Fruits34:00 – Tradition and religion can lead us away from truth36:21 – Spiritual truth from weeds and dead soil38:00 – Invitation to Good Wednesday service#SonCountryCommunityChurch #CrucifixionOverTradition #GoodWednesday #BiblicalTruth #EasterDebunked #JesusIsRisen #RememberTheCross #PassoverLamb #TruthOverTradition