But history is not Scripture. And it is the Bible—and the word of Jesus Christ—that compels me not to keep Easter. My human mind can come up with lots of reasons to ignore the Bible and to discount the scriptures (Jeremiah 17:9 has a lot to say about that), but every argument I have ever heard, whether from others or from my own imagination, is always rooted fundamentally in faulty human reasoning that ultimately contradicts God’s word. And Scripture reminds me that “the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:4-5). I cannot honor Christ by disobeying Him.
If you are interested in reviewing some of the pagan elements associated with the keeping of Easter, you might want to read our short article, “Easter Bunny or Eostre Hare,” and our Tomorrow’s World magazine article, “Passover or Easter: Which Is for Christians?” Unlike the biblical holy days, Easter is plainly pagan in origin.
From the Bible’s perspective, the choice is simple. Jesus Christ told us never to violate God’s laws and commandments in favor of human traditions, regardless of how sincere or “religious” those traditions might be (Mark 7:6-9). God clearly does not want us to adopt pagan customs to worship Him (Deuteronomy 12:29-31; Jeremiah 10:1-2).
So, it may seem contradictory given popular “Christian” culture and practices, but I see no alternative. I passionately believe in the risen Christ, and in the power and truth of His resurrection. And to believe in Christ as Lord is to believe in His teachings, to desire to follow Him, and to seek to obey Him. Therefore, I do not keep Easter.
Article Appeared @http://www.tomorrowsworld.org/commentary/because-he-is-risen-i-do-not-keep-easter