WHAT I BELIEVE

During the high holiday of Easter there are definite divisions of thought. There are atheists, those who really don’t care and Christians. To be a true atheist it is necessary to believe that all our emotions and beliefs are rooted in our genetic makeup. One must believe those who are religious followers invented religion to meet a need. Many who don’t care will be stocking up and looking forward to eating as many chocolate bunny ears as possible and enjoying all the fun traditions associated with Easter. A true Christian finds this is a time when our faith in God is felt in our minds and hearts. It has far greater significance than a simple Easter basket. (Side note: being a Christian doesn’t forbid me from eating chocolate bunny ears.)

When all the debate or lack of caring is said and done there is one fact that remains for me. Over 2,000 years ago, in a garden far far away, an empty tome signified that Christ did rise and because he lives we will too.