Episode 18 - Easter: What Does That Word Mean?

What is the true meaning of Easter, and where did many of today’s Easter traditions come from?

In Part 1 of this series from Tomorrow’s Truth Found Today, we begin an in-depth study into the history of Easter, the origins of common traditions, and how they compare with scripture.

Most people associate Easter with eggs, rabbits, baskets, sunrise services, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. But are these traditions rooted in the Bible, or do they come from somewhere else?

In this episode, we begin examining:

• The meaning and origin of the word “Easter”
• The “sign of Jonah” in Matthew 12:38–40
• Questions surrounding the Good Friday and Easter Sunday timeline
• Sunrise services and biblical references
• The importance of worshiping God in spirit and truth

This episode is not about attacking anyone’s beliefs or traditions. Instead, it is an invitation to study, examine the evidence, and compare history and tradition with scripture.

Scriptures Discussed:

• Matthew 12:38–40
• John 4:24
• Acts 12:4
• Ezekiel 8:15–17

This is only the beginning of the study. In future episodes, we will continue exploring the origins of Easter traditions, including:

• Easter eggs
• The Easter bunny
• Hot cross buns
• The preparation day and High Day
• The timeline of Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection

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Welcome back to “Tomorrow’s Truth Found Today.”

In Episode 17, Part 3 of our series “Death: The Final Frontier… Or Is It?”, we conclude our deep dive into what the Bible actually teaches about death, the soul, heaven, hell, and the resurrection.

There is a lot of confusion in the world today about what happens when we die. Many believe we go immediately to heaven or hell—but is that truly what Scripture says?

In this final part, we explore:
• The true state of the dead
• Why the resurrection is essential
• Who really has immortality
• What the Bible actually means by “hell”
• Why no one is being punished right now
• The truth about judgment and the second death

We also examine key scriptures including:
Acts 17:11, Job 14, John 5, John 6, 1 Timothy 6:16, Ezekiel 18:4, Hebrews 11, Revelation 20, and more.

My hope is that this study encourages you to search the Scriptures for yourself—just like the Bereans—and to build your understanding on truth, not tradition.

“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” — Romans 6:23

You are worth it.

Thank you for listening, and I’ll see you in Episode 18.

In Episode 16 of Tomorrow’s Truth Found Today, Mark Long continues the discussion in Part 2 of “Death: The Final Frontier… or Is It?”

What really happens when we die? Many common beliefs suggest that people immediately go to heaven, hell, or continue communicating with the living. In this episode, Mark compares those popular ideas with what the Bible actually teaches.

Looking at passages such as Ecclesiastes 9, 1 Corinthians 15, John 3:13, and Hebrews 11:1, Mark explores the biblical perspective on death, resurrection, deception, and the importance of studying scripture for ourselves.

Listeners are encouraged to question traditions, seek truth through God’s Word, and develop a deeper understanding of faith and salvation.

Study the scriptures, pray for understanding, and remember: You are worth it.