As Easter approaches and we get ready to celebrate one of the most important times of the year, check out the content below to find fun ways to prepare for the Easter season and invite others to celebrate with you!
Bible Reading Plans
Journey to the Cross: An Easter Bible Reading Plan (7-Day Bible Reading Plan)
Prepare your heart as we lead up to Easter with this LCBC original Bible Reading Plan centered around how the story of Jesus' ultimate sacrifice relates to our own stories.
Step by Step: Walk with Jesus on Holy Week (10-Day Bible Reading Plan)
Walk step-by-step with Jesus during the events, emotions, and places he felt each day leading up to Easter, and beyond.
The Book of John: God Became Flesh (14-Day Bible Reading Plan)
Read through key moments in the Gospel of John that reveal who Jesus is and why it matters. As you walk through his life, death, and resurrection, you’ll see the kind of love and hope only he can offer—and what it means to fully follow him today.
The Weight of Love: Reflections on Jesus' Death and Resurrection (7-Day Bible Reading Plan)
Walk through the powerful journey of Jesus' sacrifice, death, and resurrection. Through each day’s reflection, you'll slow down and sit in the weight of his love, find grace in his suffering, and discover the hope of his victory.
What Happened to Jesus After Easter? (5-Day Bible Reading Plan)
Jesus accomplished some important work in the days he spent on earth after rising from the dead. Discover what Jesus did and who he saw before ascending to Heaven, and how it impacts your life today.
Articles
Who Is Jesus?
Easter is all about Jesus—but who is he, exactly? Some say he was a good teacher. Others call him a prophet or a moral example. But for Christians, the answer goes deeper.
Is Jesus Real? Here's the Proof.
If Jesus never really lived, Christianity crumbles. But if he did—if he really walked, taught, and rose again—it changes everything. That’s why the question “Is Jesus real?” still matters. Discover how history, culture, and reason all point to his existence.
Did Jesus Have to Die? 7 Reasons Why His Death Matters
He could have chosen not to, but Jesus knew that his death was part of God’s plan to rescue humanity, and everything that would be accomplished through it. Here’s what resulted from Jesus’ death.
What Is Passover?
Passover is one of the most important holidays in the Bible. But depending on what traditions you grew up with, it can feel unfamiliar. Passover is more than just ancient history. It tells a moving story of rescue, identity, and freedom that still shapes what it means to follow God today.
Who Was Pontius Pilate?
Pontius Pilate is a lesser-known but significant figure in the Easter story, but he was crucial to the trial and crucifixion of Jesus. Let’s unpack who he was, his role in biblical history, and what we can learn from it today.
Why Is It Called Good Friday?
Jesus was flogged, whipped, carried a cross, and eventually died the death of a slave by being crucified. None of this sounds very “good.” So, let’s explore why it’s called Good Friday.
9 Fascinating Facts About the Easter Story in the Bible
Easter is about much more than candy, eggs, and fluffy bunnies. While most people know the basic details of Easter, there are some interesting facts that you might not be aware of!
Music & Videos
Easter Worship Playlist
Get in the mood to celebrate with this Easter Worship Playlist on Spotify curated by our LCBC Worship team!
"Rise" by LCBC Worship
LCBC Worship's album, Rise, features original music from a variety of creative and musically-collaborative artists within our church. The tracks feature hope-filled music and lyrics centered around the good news of Jesus’ resurrection.
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The Evidence Podcast: Are We 100% Sure Jesus Was Real & Was God?
The Evidence explores the biggest questions about faith and digs in to discover the answers. In this episode, we explore not just the existence of Jesus, but the bold claim that he was God—and if there’s proof he really rose from the dead.
For Inviting Someone to Easter at LCBC
4 Easy Ways to Invite Anyone to Easter At LCBC
Friends, family, coworkers, even your Amazon Delivery Driver - there are limitless possibilities when it comes to inviting to Easter this year! Find 4 simple ways to make an invite personal in this article - then go out and start inviting so others can experience the celebration of Easter, too!
Digital Invite Tool
Send a text or email directly to invite someone to Easter At LCBC with this Digital Invite Tool! Just click through to fill out the form and send your invite - it’s that simple!
Invite Cards at LCBC Locations
Find invitations for all gathering times at your LCBC location that you can physically hand to others, letting them know that you thought of them and want to invite them to join you for Easter!
For Groups
The Four People You Meet at a Crucifixion (Group Study)
As Jesus drew near to the cross, there were critical moments and crucial decisions made that set things in motion that would lead to Jesus’ death. This study looks at four people - Pilate, Judas, Jesus and Peter - and their unique part to play in the crucifixion. Understanding their perspectives will help us walk more closely with Jesus.
For the Family
9 Ways to Celebrate Easter With Your Kids
Easter is all about hope, joy, and new life, and it’s the perfect time to start traditions that help point your kids to Jesus. Whether you’re up for something creative, reflective, or just plain fun, here are some simple ways to celebrate Easter with your kids this year.
Let the Hunt Begin! A Countdown to Easter (Bible Reading Plan for Kids)
Prepare for Easter as a family with a 5-day Easter egg hunt! Each day, write a Bible verse inside an Easter egg and send your kids on a hunt to find it! We’ve suggested some activities, questions, and exercises you can engage in together to bring home the truths in scripture your kids will discover throughout the countdown.
Eternity is Now (Bible Reading Plan for Students)
Spend time in God’s Word with this 5-Day plan as we lead up to Easter learning about what it means to be a slave to sin and how Jesus saved us from that slavery.
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