All Easter articles
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OpinionDonald Trump’s Easter message won’t revive the Church – it risks reviving a past where religion serves power
Donald Trump’s Easter address was rich in biblical language and bold claims — with some even comparing him to Jesus Himself. But Chris Goswami warns that this blend of faith and political power risks reviving a Christianity of the past: one shaped more by power, dominance and coercion than by the way of Jesus
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OpinionIn a world of flawed leaders, Jesus’ sacrificial love speaks volumes
When Jesus went to the cross, it cost Him everything, says Tim Farron MP. In a time of deep political uncertainty, when self-aggrandising leadership seems far removed from the pains and concerns of everyday life, Christ’s sacrifice stands as a stark reminder that there is a better way
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ReviewsThis liturgical book invites readers to inhabit the drama of Holy Week
Looking for a practical companion this Holy Week? Hope in Community combines reflection and action to help readers live out the Easter story, says our reviewer
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Magazine FeaturesWhy the resurrection changes everything
If death has the final word, our lives are little more than beautiful pages destined for the fire. But if Jesus truly rose from the dead, then nothing done in Him is ever wasted, says Mike Hood
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Regular ColumnistsJeff Lucas: God is a party planner – and Spring Harvest proves it
For decades, Jeff Lucas has seen lives changed at Christian festivals. As Spring Harvest returns, he reflects on why gathering together still matters – and how these moments help us remember, rejoice and reconnect with God
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ReviewsNeed a reflective, poetic read for Holy Week? Try this
Bonnie B. Thurston’s contemplative collection offers reflective poems and meditations to guide readers through death and resurrection during Holy Week says our reviewer
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OpinionWhy I changed my mind about Lent
Krish Kandiah used to think that Lent was dreary, oppressive and legalistic. But taking time out from our always-on world can be the best kind of spiritual reset, he says, and help us to align our lives with the hope and future that God promises
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OpinionI gave up tech for Lent. Here’s how it helped my mental health
After a two-year struggle with anxiety, Dave Kemp gave up all electronic entertainment for Lent – TV, social media and phone-based games. This mental health week, he says it not only helped his mind, it also improved his relationship with God and his family
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OpinionMany churches are reporting record-breaking Easter attendance. Here’s the best stories
From mass baptisms to churches being so full they had to turn people away, the number of good news stories from the Easter weekend have exceeded many people’s expectations. We round up the most encouraging stories following what appears to be an unprecedented weekend for many churches. Add your own stories in the comments section below
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OpinionNicaragua’s Easter crackdown on Christians is no anomaly
Christians in Nicaragua are being subjected to a disturbingly routine suppression by their government – yet, as Ellis Heasley reports, the Church remains committed to voicing its faith
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OpinionYou can be confident the resurrection of Jesus Christ really happened. Here’s why
With the most significant day in the Christian calendar approaching, Andy Witherall unveils five undeniable facts supporting Jesus’ resurrection
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OpinionEnglish Heritage is wrong. Easter isn’t pagan
As English Heritage release a children’s booklet claiming “the goddess Eostre gave Easter its name!”, George Lapshynov debunks the increasingly common claim that Easter originated as a pagan festival
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Magazine FeaturesThis man is carrying a giant cross around Cornwall. I followed him to find out why
Having followed Lindsay Hamon and his giant twelve-foot wooden cross around Cornwall, Emma Fowle reflects on the powerful lessons on evangelism she’s learned from his unusual act of public witness
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Regular ColumnistsTake a closer look at Mary this Easter
This Easter, let’s not forget about Mary. This deeply complex woman of strength, sorrow and unwavering faith is worth another look
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ReviewsHow one weekend can give you everything you ever wanted
Can one weekend really change everything? In this new evangelistic book, Graham Alban takes readers on a journey through the Easter weekend, unpacking its significance with clarity, warmth, and relatable storytelling
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Magazine FeaturesWe need to talk about grief
When her mother died suddenly, Mandy Gill was not as comforted by her Christian faith as she might have expected. Her fellow believers didn’t always respond well either. Here are the lessons she’s learned from a slow and painful journey with grief
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Real Life‘We wanted to make the resurrection come alive for our children’
Jono and Lucy started cooking meals from around the world and praying for other countries with their kids. Now, they’ve developed The Fisherman’s Meal, a way to experience the Easter story as a family together
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Opinion5 things you (probably) didn’t know about Easter
Why do we eat chocolate eggs at Easter? What’s with school children making bonnets? And why is it called ‘Easter’ at all? Karen Murdarasi shares some little-known facts
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OpinionWhat is Maundy Thursday all about?
The roots of the oddly-named Thursday before Easter come from Jesus’ command to love one another, as well as his foot-washing example, explains Karen Murdarasi
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Regular ColumnistsThe world might serve me a lifetime of hate, but I still believe in a God of love
Even in turbulent times, we serve a God of great hope, says Chine McDonald, as she reflects on what The Colour Purple taught her this Easter season
