Hey there, little ones! Easter is a special time when we celebrate the incredible love of Jesus and the amazing gift of new life He gives us. It’s a time filled with joy, hope, and lots of fun! But do you know what makes Easter even more special? The wonderful stories and messages from the Bible that remind us of why we celebrate. Let’s explore 8 Bible verses that tell us about Easter and what it means for us!
John 3:16
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
This verse shows us how much God loves us! He gave us His Son, Jesus, so that we can have eternal life with Him. Isn’t that amazing? Easter is a celebration of that love!
Matthew 28:6
“He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.”
On Easter Sunday, we remember that Jesus rose from the dead! This verse tells us that the tomb was empty. Jesus kept His promise, and that’s something to celebrate!
Mark 16:6
“Don’t be alarmed,” he said. “You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here.”
Just like in Matthew, this verse reminds us that Jesus is alive! The angels told the women at the tomb not to be afraid because Jesus had conquered death. What a powerful message!
Luke 24:5-6
“In their fright, the women bowed down with their faces to the ground, but the men said to them, ‘Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; he has risen!’
These verses show us the surprise and joy of finding out that Jesus was alive! It teaches us that we should always look for hope and new life, just like the women who discovered the empty tomb.
1 Peter 1:3
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy, he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.”
This verse tells us that because of Jesus’ resurrection, we are given a new life filled with hope! It’s a reminder that Easter is about starting fresh and believing in the wonderful things God has for us.
Romans 6:9
“For we know that since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has mastery over him.”
Jesus defeated death! This verse teaches us that He is stronger than anything, including death. Because of Him, we can have confidence and joy in our lives.
John 11:25
“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die;'”
In this verse, Jesus tells us that He is the source of life. When we believe in Him, we have the promise of eternal life. That’s a wonderful gift that we can celebrate during Easter!
Revelation 1:18
“I am the Living One; I was dead, and now look, I am alive for ever and ever! And I hold the keys of death and Hades.”
This verse reminds us that Jesus is alive forever! He has power over everything, including death. Easter is a time to rejoice because our Savior is alive and with us always!
These 8 Bible verses remind us of the true meaning of Easter. It’s not just about bunnies and eggs; it’s about the incredible love Jesus has for us and the new life He offers. As you celebrate this Easter, remember these verses and share them with your friends and family. Let’s spread the joy and hope that comes from knowing Jesus is alive!
