✝️Devotion For Easter Sunday| He Is Risen!
- Karen O'Reilly
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He is Risen! Easter Sunday marks the most powerful turning point in all of history—the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This devotion for Easter Sunday| He Is Risen, is an excerpt from my Bible study book Redeemed by the Cross, available now on Amazon and in our digital Bible study shop.
As you read, I invite you to pause and reflect on the joy of the empty tomb, the hope we have in Christ, and the invitation to live every day in the light of His resurrection. Let this Easter devotional draw you deeper into the heart of God and the victory we now share because of Jesus.
Devotion For Easter Sunday| He Is Risen!
After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went to look at the tomb. There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it. His appearance was like lightning, and his clothes were white as snow. The guards were so afraid of him that they shook and became like dead men. The angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay. Then go quickly and tell his disciples: ‘He has risen from the dead and going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.’ Now I have told you.” So the women hurried away from the tomb, afraid yet filled with joy, and ran to tell his disciples. Suddenly Jesus met them. “Greetings,” he said. They came to him, clasped his feet and worshiped him. Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid. Go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee;
there they will see me.”
He Is Risen!
We have arrived at Resurrection Sunday! The day that changed history forever.
Imagine you are one of the women going to the tomb that morning.
Grief is still fresh—you just saw Jesus die.
Confusion fills your heart—why did things happen this way?
And then… an angel appears.
“He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.” (Matthew 28:6)
The impossible had happened. Death was defeated.
The first resurrection witnesses were women, something shocking in ancient culture.
They saw the angel, who told them not to be afraid. The stone was rolled away, proving Jesus’ power over death. They ran with joy and fear, eager to share the good news.
Then Jesus Himself appeared to them!
What was their response?
They fell at His feet and worshiped Him!
Then Jesus told the women to tell His brothers to meet Him at Galilee.
“Go and tell My brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see Me.” (Matthew 28:10)
Take note:
Jesus calls the disciples “My brothers”—a term
of love and grace.
Even though they abandoned Him, He still calls them family.
This is the heart of Jesus—always forgiving, always restoring.
Devotion For Easter Sunday
What Does This Mean for Us?
The resurrection is the foundation of our faith.
Jesus conquered sin and death—so we can have eternal life.
His victory means we can live in hope, joy, and freedom.
The cross was not the end—the empty tomb is our victory!
What has God taught you over these past 6 weeks?
Has your faith deepened through this Easter journey?
Do you believe in the power of the resurrection in your own life?
How can you carry the joy of Easter forward beyond today?
Lent & Easter Journey
Lent began with reflection and repentance. It led us through the cross's suffering and Holy Saturday's silence.
But today, we rejoice! The resurrection means new life, forgiveness, and eternal hope. The work of salvation is complete! We no longer carry the weight of sin—Jesus has overcome it.
Easter is not just a day—it’s a reality we live in every single day.
Challenge For Easter Sunday
Celebrate the resurrection today!
Read John 20:1-18, the account of the risen Jesus.
Write a prayer of thanksgiving for the victory of the cross.
Share the good news! Share the hope of Jesus with someone.
Easter Sunday Prayer
Jesus, You have conquered death! Today, I rejoice in the power of Your resurrection. Thank You for the cross, for the empty tomb, and for the gift of eternal life. Help me to walk in the victory and freedom You have won for me. I give You all my praise—hallelujah, You are risen! Amen.
Further Reading
1 Corinthians 15:55-57 – Death, where is your sting? Thanks be to God, who gives us victory through Jesus!
Romans 6:9-10 – Christ, being raised from the dead, will never die again.
John 11:25 – “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me will never die.”
Colossians 3:1 – Since you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above.
Redeemed By The Cross - Lent/Easter Devotional Study for Women
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Thank You And Keep Reading Your Bible!
Thank you so much for joining me over the past 8 days as we walked through Holy Week together, reflecting on all that Jesus did during His final days on earth. I pray these devotionals deepened your love for Him and renewed your faith.
Don’t let your Bible journey end here—keep seeking Him through His Word! You may want to continue with 40 Days Through the Bible: Discovering God’s Blueprint for Redemption, a powerful study that will help you see the bigger picture of God’s plan. And if you missed any of the Holy Week devotionals, just scroll down to catch up—each day is a precious reminder of His love for you!
Holy Week Devotionals:
Day 1 – Palm Sunday - The King Has Come!
Day 2 – Monday - Jesus Weeps For Jerusalem.
Day 4 – Wednesday - The Authority of Jesus.
Day 5 – Maundy Thursday - The Last Supper & Gethsemane.
Day 6 – Good Friday - Jesus’ Trial and Crucifixion.
Day 7 – Holy Saturday - The Silence of Saturday.
Day 8 – Resurrection Sunday - He Is Risen!
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Karen xo.
