Looking for a way to make this Easter more meaningful? While Easter may seem like it’s all about candy, Easter egg hunts, and the Easter Bunny, we know there’s so much more to celebrate.
Easter is a powerful reminder of Jesus’ incredible victory over death—an event that brings real hope, purpose, and meaning to our lives. And it’s not just something to think about once a year! The life-changing power of the resurrection is something that can impact us every single day.
As a parent, this Easter is the perfect opportunity to connect with your teen on a deeper level. Take time to discuss the true significance of Jesus’ sacrifice and what it truly means for our freedom.
Our 7-day devotional offers a chance for your family to dive into the life-transforming message of the resurrection.
Together, you can study and honor the sacrifice that sets us free while creating meaningful conversations and lasting memories that will matter long after the holiday is over!
Day 1: Living in Resurrection Power
Focus: Embracing Jesus’ victory over death
Jesus’ resurrection didn’t just change Easter Sunday; it changed everything. When He defeated death and sin, He secured victory for us all. This victory is not a one-time event; it’s a reality we get to live in every day. Take time as a family today to talk about the resurrection’s significance and how it’s not just something to celebrate on Easter, but something that empowers us every single day.
Scripture: Philippians 3:10, Romans 8:11, Luke 10:19
Day 2: Healing Through Resurrection Power
Focus: Jesus offers healing for body and soul
Healing is an important part of what Jesus’ resurrection power offers. Too often, we think of salvation as the main benefit of Jesus’ work, but healing — both physical and emotional — is available to us.
Spend time together as a family discussing areas in your lives where healing is needed, whether it is emotional, physical, or spiritual.
Pray together for God’s healing power to work in your family, remembering that resurrection power covers everything, even our health.
Scripture: Isaiah 53:5, Matthew 8:16-17, Psalm 103:1-3
Day 3: The Power of Jesus’ Sacrifice
Focus: Understanding the significance of Jesus’ blood
Why is Jesus’ sacrifice so important?
His blood represents more than just a symbol — it’s how we’re reconciled to God.
Talk as a family about how His blood brings us freedom from sin, sickness, and fear. Reflect on how Jesus’ sacrifice provides us with the strength to overcome anything in life.
Scripture: Hebrews 9:7, Ephesians 1:7
Day 4: Activating Resurrection Power
Focus: How to access the power available to us
Resurrection power doesn’t automatically work in our lives; we have to activate it.
How?
- By believing in His power
- By speaking words that line up with the promises in His Word
- By acting in faith on those promises
As a family, discuss how you can activate this power in a specific area of your life today.
Share stories or experiences where you’ve seen God’s power move in your lives and how you can continue to activate it in your day-to-day situations.
Scripture: Revelation 12:11
Day 5: Meeting Every Need with Resurrection Power
Focus: The authority we have in Jesus’ name
The name of Jesus holds incredible power, and He has given that power to us.
His authority is not just something we admire from afar – it’s something we can use in our lives every day.
Gather as a family to discuss how you can call on Jesus’ name to meet any emotional, physical, financial, or relational need. Pray together, asking God to meet your family’s needs through His resurrection power today.
Scripture: Mark 16:17-18, Revelation 19:13
Day 6: Embracing the Gift of Righteousness
Focus: Righteousness is a gift, not something we earn
It’s easy to think we have to be “good enough” for God’s blessings, but righteousness is not something we can earn — it’s a gift we receive when we believe in Jesus.
As a family, talk about how righteousness is already given to you because of Jesus. It’s not about trying to be perfect but about accepting the gift of being right with God.
We could never earn right standing with God, but part of honoring Jesus’ sacrifice on the Cross is obeying His commands.
Scripture: Romans 3:21-22, 2 Corinthians 5:21
Day 7: Taking Communion with Purpose
Focus: The power of communion in our lives
Communion is more than just a ritual – it’s a powerful reminder of Jesus’ sacrifice and resurrection!
As a family, take communion together and reflect on everything Jesus did for you — His victory over sin and death and the resurrection power available to you.
Talk about how communion can be a way to apply God’s power to your life every day.
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26
More Family Activities for Resurrection Week:
1. Prayer Time: Dedicate a few minutes each day to pray as a family. Ask God to help you live in the resurrection power He provides and to activate that power in your lives.
2. Resurrection Power Journal: Keep a family journal where each member can write or draw about how they are experiencing resurrection power in their daily lives. This can be a fun and creative way to engage with this devotional.
3. Family Walk and Talk: Go for a walk together and discuss one of the topics from that day’s devotion. Encourage everyone to share how they see resurrection power in
their lives.
This devotional isn’t just about learning—it’s about your teen experiencing resurrection power firsthand alongside your family. As you walk through these seven days, allow God’s resurrection power to shape your teen’s daily life, strengthening your bond and empowering them to live with purpose and victory. It’s a chance to help your teen connect deeply with the true meaning of Easter and grow in their faith together with you.
