Redeeming Easter: Truth, History, and the Power of the Resurrection

By Richard Rios

Is Easter Really Pagan? Or Have We Been Misinformed? Every spring the same headlines appear: "Easter comes from Ishtar!" "Christians stole a pagan fertility festival!" "Real believers should only say 'Resurrection Sunday!'" If the swirling memes, podcasts, and coffeebreak debates have left you wondering what--or whether--you should celebrate, this book is your clearheaded guide. PastorTeacher Richard Rios sifts fact from fiction, Scripture from rumor, and history from hashtag to reveal the astonishing truth: Easter has always been about an empty tomb and a living Savior. In these pages you will: Debunk the Internet Myths * Discover why Ishtar ≠ Easter and see the linguistic evidence for yourself. * Learn how one eighthcentury footnote morphed into modern clickbait. Uncover the Real Origin of the Word "Easter" * Trace the journey from Hebrew Pesach to Greek Pascha to English Easter --no pagan detour required. * Explore why language evolution doesn't erase resurrection power. Step Inside the Worship of the Early Church * Read eyeopening excerpts from second and thirdcentury Paschal sermons. * See how baptisms at sunrise, Scripturefilled vigils, and shared meals made the first Christians' Easter a 3day proclamation. Turn Confusion into Mission * Transform eggs, sunrise services, and family dinners into gospel bridges. * Receive practical tools to answer skeptics, disciple children, and invite neighbors when hearts are most open. Perfect for: Pastors and teachers crafting Holy Week sermons Smallgroup leaders and Sundayschool classes Parents who want solid answers for curious kids Anyone tired of misinformation and eager for resurrection certainty "Reclaim Easter for what it truly is: the celebration of our risen Savior and the cornerstone of Christian faith."

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F5X3711W
• ISBN13: 9798280944510
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 180 Pages
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.6" x 6.0"