We who preach the gospel must not think of ourselves as public relations agents sent to establish good will between Christ and the world. We must not imagine ourselves commissioned to make Christ acceptable to big business, the press, the world of sports or modern education. We are not diplomats but prophets, and our message is not a compromise but an ultimatum. A.W. Tozer
Therefore let God-inspired Scripture decide between us; and on whichever side be found doctrines in harmony with the word of God, in favor of that side will be cast the vote of truth. --Basil of Caesarea
Once you learn to discern, there's no going back. You will begin to spot the lie everywhere it appears.

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service. 1 Timothy 1:12

Saturday, April 7, 2012

What Is Easter About?

Over at Do Not Be Surprised... Erin has an excellent collection of videos of what various  entertainment-oriented (and, in my opinion, apostate) churches are doing for Easter celebration.  This collection includes the churches “pastored” by Ed Young, Jr, Troy Gramling, Rick Warren, Rod Parsley and Kevin Gerald, and a Canadian church which is putting on a Batman and Robin show!

So is this what Jesus rose from the dead for? Not even close.  Jesus died on the cross to pay for our sins, and he rose from the dead to prove the payment was accepted and death was conquered.  Easter is not about celebrating how good we can entertain each other by copying the world’s system.  It is about celebrating our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and what He did for us.

This old B.C. comic strip from 1991 sums it up succinctly.

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