Easter means different things to different people. For some, it is all about fluffy chicks, cute bunnies and eating as many Easter eggs and other kinds of chocolate as possible. For others, it is a time to enjoy the early stages of their sporting season, to socialise  and to have time off work.

All these things are fine in themselves. I too like fluffy chicks and cute bunnies ( I have had a real one of the latter at home for almost 10 years). My large appetite and enjoyment of chocolate are no secret as WhatsOn and Easter is always a time for me to enjoy the beginning of the motorcycle and motor racing seasons. I also appreciate the time to socialise and to relax, away from the work place.

For commited Christians, such as myself, however, there is a deeper meaning to Easter. On Good Friday, we commemorate the death of our Lord Jesus Christ and on Easter Sunday, we celebrate His resurrection. Christ's sacrifice on the cross to put us right with God and His subsequent victory over death, are the real reasons why this is such a special time for us.

I intend to make the most of  all the aspects of Easter which I mentioned at the beginning, but the hightlight for me will be the church services which will once again remind me of why we celebrate Easter and what the Lord has meant in my own life.

Whatever you do this weekend, a blessed and happy Easter to you all.