So, How Did Peter Know?

The Easter baskets are back up in the garage, you’re officially sick of egg salad, and your permission to eat too much chocolate has come to an abrupt halt. So, what did Easter really mean to you and me?

After my first article introducing this new section of the Village News, I have pondered and prayed a great deal about the direction of this section of the paper. What kept creeping into my mind was Peter’s answer to Jesus’ question, “Who do you say I am?” And of course, Peter’s lightning quick response, “You are the Son of God” (Matthew 16:15-17).

The next line after Peter’s response is a rea...