Easter: Fact, Fiction, Faith
A Christian guide to celebrating Easter with clarity and confidence.
Should Christians Celebrate Easter? – Understanding Why Some Say No
This post lays the foundation for the whole series by explaining why some believers reject Easter and how we can respond with biblical clarity, grace, and confidence in the resurrection.
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If you only read one post from this series, make it this one. It frames the key questions and sets the tone for everything that follows.
Easter is the most significant celebration in the Christian faith. It’s the day we remember that Jesus didn’t stay in the grave—He rose in power, conquering sin and death forever. But in today’s world, Easter is also surrounded by noise, debates, and internet myths.
Some Christians worry that Easter is “pagan.” Others argue we shouldn’t celebrate it because it’s not commanded in Scripture. Still others feel unsure about eggs, bunnies, ham dinners, and where all these traditions came from.
Easter: Fact, Fiction, Faith exists to help you cut through the confusion. This series walks through the most common questions Christians ask about Easter—its history, its traditions, and how to celebrate it in a way that keeps the spotlight on Jesus. Each article is simple, clear, and grounded in Scripture and credible history—not conspiracies or guesswork.
Whether you’re curious, cautious, or just want answers you can confidently share with others, this series is designed to help you understand Easter with biblical clarity, historical accuracy, and practical guidance for Christian families.
Use this page as your hub for the whole series. Start at the beginning, jump to the topic you’re most curious about, or share it with someone who has questions about Easter and the Christian faith.
Start with Post 1: Should Christians Celebrate Easter?Start Here
New to these questions? Begin with Should Christians Celebrate Easter? – Understanding Why Some Say No . This post walks through the main concerns some believers have about Easter and how to respond with grace and truth.
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Should Christians Celebrate Easter? – Understanding Why Some Say No
Why some Christians say “no” to Easter, and how to think biblically and charitably about their concerns without dismissing them—or abandoning the resurrection.
Read this postCan Christians Celebrate Man-Made Holidays Like Easter?
If Easter isn’t a commanded feast in the New Testament, is it still okay to observe it? A look at Scripture, conscience, and Christian freedom.
Read this postIs Easter Pagan? A Historical and Biblical Look
A calm, evidence-based response to the claim that Easter comes from pagan religions, with both historical background and biblical reflection.
Read this postHow To Celebrate Easter In A Way That Honors Christ
Practical ways to keep the resurrection of Jesus at the center of your Easter celebrations at church and at home.
Read this postDid “Easter” Come From “Ishtar?” Why Or Why Not?
A straightforward look at the viral “Easter = Ishtar” meme and why the history, language, and evidence don’t support the claim.
Read this postWhere Does Lent Come From?
Exploring the history of Lent, how it developed in the church, and how Christians today can think about fasting and preparation for Easter.
Read this postWhy Do We Eat Ham On Easter?
How ham became a traditional Easter meal, and whether there’s anything Christians should be worried about when it comes to this dinnertime favorite.
Read this postWhere Did The Easter Bunny Come From?
Tracing the historical development of the Easter Bunny from European folklore to modern holiday icon.
Read this postWhat To Do With The Easter Bunny
A grace-filled guide for Christian families deciding what to do with the Easter Bunny while keeping Jesus first.
Read this postDid The Easter Bunny Come From Eostre? A Historical Response To A Popular Wiccan Claim.
Looking closely at Eostre, modern Wiccan claims, and the hare stories to see what’s real, what’s modern, and what’s internet legend.
Read this postAre Easter Eggs Pagan?
Do Easter eggs have pagan roots, or is that an overreach? This post examines the history and the popular claims.
Read this postWhere Did Easter Eggs Come From?
The real story behind Easter eggs—where they came from, how they’ve been used, and what that means for Christians today.
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