The story of Easter: Happy Easter - He is Risen

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The significance of Easter and Holy Week within the Christian faith. Galen and Ian wish you a Happy Easter. They reflect on the importance of Easter as the centerpiece of Christianity, emphasizing that the resurrection of Jesus is the foundation of hope and new life for believers. However, they also stress that Good Friday—the day commemorating Jesus' crucifixion—is often overlooked, even though it is essential because Jesus' death on the cross is what made the resurrection meaningful.

The hosts highlight the ongoing struggle with sin and the necessity of repentance, referencing both scripture and themes from C.S. Lewis's "The Screwtape Letters." They explain that Jesus' sacrificial death not only atoned for humanity's sins but also broke the power of evil, as described in passages like Hebrews 2. They encourage listeners to use Easter as a time for self-reflection, spiritual renewal, and deeper engagement with their faith, whether they are regular churchgoers or only attend during major holidays. The hosts also address the historical basis for Jesus' death and resurrection, pointing to both biblical accounts and extra-biblical Roman writings.

The episode concludes with a reminder of the connections between the Old and New Testaments, noting that Jesus' actions during Holy Week fulfill ancient prophecies and tie into Jewish traditions such as Passover. The hosts urge listeners to read the Gospel accounts of the crucifixion and resurrection, emphasizing the theological significance found throughout the New Testament. They end by wishing everyone a happy Easter, inviting deeper relationship with Jesus, and announcing the upcoming release of their book, "Confronting Evil in Our Time," inspired by their podcast and C.S. Lewis's work

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