Friday 12 April 2013

Easter - what does it mean, and why does it matter?

What is the meaning of Easter? Is it a straightforward miracle story (if there is such a thing), or is it something more than a remarkable historical event?

According to Marcus Borg (in 'Speaking Christian'), Easter has two basic meanings: 'Jesus lives', and 'Jesus is Lord'. Is it possible to be sceptical about the empty tomb, and yet convinced of these two truths?