Easter

This Easter, take the time to revisit these amazing women who were with Jesus at the cross, and the first to see him on Easter Sunday.

Though we are called to remember the gospel all year long, every day, there is a particular focus that Good Friday brings to the Easter celebration. Good Friday kicks off the most momentous historical weekend of the year; Good Friday is the reason we have a resurrection Easter celebration.

Whether you choose to wear an Easter dress this year or not, make sure your heart is in the right place when you celebrate the resurrection of our Lord

Courage and deep-rooted confidence was exhibited by each one of these women as they stood in the face of stark adversity and the death of their deepest longing and hope. They believed they had found the promised Savior, but the events of that first Easter gave them every reason to be overwhelmed with fear and doubt.

Discover how the resurrection of Jesus offers a profound blueprint for daily personal transformation, fostering resilience, forgiveness, and purpose. Explore the enduring power of this foundational event to reshape your perspective on life, death, and the continuous promise of renewal.

Basket filling presents a unique opportunity for parents to bring both fun and faith into the resurrection celebration.

Christ's resurrection offers transformative power for our lives and marriages, shifting our focus to the foundational principles of service, perseverance, and forgiveness. Embracing God's enduring love and the resurrection's strength can revitalize your commitment and build a lasting, meaningful union.

Two sisters remind us of the real reason for the season with this beautiful duet of Easter ‘Hallelujah.’

The final third of every Gospel deals with one week in the life of Christ. I want to take us on a journey through the last week in Jesus’ life, so I have listed the major activities on each day.

This guide offers creative and engaging ways to explain the profound meaning of Easter to children, moving beyond the surface-level traditions. Discover practical tips and interactive activities that help kids understand the core messages of hope, love, and new beginnings embedded in this significant Christian holiday.

Now the bunnies, eggs, and baskets are fine, but they need to be part of a secondary celebration of Easter. I am a grandmother and have seven beautiful grandchildren. I know what getting carried away with Easter baskets and gifts for my grandchildren is like. My husband recently said, “Honey, it looks like Easter threw up in your study!” And he is right.

In case you are having a hard time drowning out all life’s noise and worry, I would encourage you to take a look at this list of songs which walk through the Gospel story and offer hope and assurance in exactly the areas where we all feel hard-pressed right now.

The women didn't run away from the crucifixion. Was it because they were braver or more committed than the men who had followed Jesus?

Celebrate the true meaning of Easter with this faith-filled word search! Hunt for hidden words that tell the story of Jesus' death and resurrection. This printable activity is a wonderful way for kids (or adults!) to reflect on the story of Easter while having fun. It’s perfect for Sunday school, church activities, homeschooling, or family time during the Easter season.More Exclusive Easter Content:10 Creative and Cute Crafts for Kids This EasterHow Do You Explain the Easter Story to Young Kids?Celebrating Lent as a Family - Crosswalk PLUS Marriage DevotionalPhoto and PDF credit: ©SWN/CanvaPro

As always, it is extremely important that we respect the wishes of our adult children. If, however, we are not restricted in speech or action, consider these ideas for celebrating Easter with grandkids whose parents don’t go to church.