Easter Monday is a special day in the Christian liturgical calendar, celebrated by many churches around the world. It comes right after Easter Sunday, when Christians celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This day is a time for reflection on the victory of Jesus over death, the hope of new life, and the peace that comes through His resurrection. In this article, we will explore 15 scriptures that can guide and inspire you on Easter Monday.
15 Easter Monday Scriptures
1. Matthew 28:5-7
“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 is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you will see him.’ Now I have told you.’”
This passage reminds us of the good news of the resurrection. The women who came to the tomb were met by an angel who declared that Jesus had risen. This event changed the course of history and gives believers the hope that death is not the end.
2. John 20:19-21
“On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, ‘Peace be with you!’ After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord. Again Jesus said, ‘Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.’”
This scripture shows Jesus’ first appearance to His disciples after His resurrection. His words, “Peace be with you,” are a reminder that His resurrection brings peace to a fearful world. It also marks the beginning of the mission to spread the gospel.
3. Luke 24:13-16
“Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; but they were kept from recognizing him.”
On Easter Monday, it is worth reflecting on the walk to Emmaus. In this passage, two of Jesus’ followers are walking and discussing the recent events, unaware that Jesus Himself was walking alongside them. This moment teaches us that even when we don’t recognize Him, Jesus is always with us.
4. Acts 2:32-33
“God has raised this Jesus to life, and we are all witnesses of it. Exalted to the right hand of God, he has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear.”
This passage is part of Peter’s Pentecost sermon, reminding us that the resurrection of Jesus is not only a historical fact but also the foundation for the coming of the Holy Spirit. On Easter Monday, we can reflect on the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
5. Romans 6:4
“We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.”
This verse from Romans speaks to the power of the resurrection in our own lives. Just as Jesus was raised, we too are given the opportunity for new life. Easter Monday reminds us that the resurrection is not just a past event, but a present reality that transforms us.
6. 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.”
Easter Monday is an excellent time to focus on the “living hope” that comes through the resurrection of Jesus. This hope is not a fleeting or temporary hope, but one that is alive and powerful, offering us a new life in Christ.
7. Philippians 3:10-11
“I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead.”
Paul’s words in Philippians show us that knowing Christ and experiencing the power of His resurrection is central to our faith. On Easter Monday, we reflect on how we can live out the power of the resurrection in our daily lives.
8. Colossians 3:1-4
“Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.”
This passage calls believers to live in the light of the resurrection. Because we have been raised with Christ, our focus should be on eternal, heavenly things. Easter Monday gives us a chance to realign our priorities with the resurrection and the hope of glory.
9. Matthew 28:16-17
“Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted.”
Even after the resurrection, some of the disciples doubted. This scripture speaks to the reality that faith is a journey, and it is okay to have doubts. Jesus meets us in our doubts and calls us to worship Him, just as He did with the disciples.
10. Mark 16:9-10
“When Jesus rose early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom he had driven seven demons. She went and told those who had been with him and who were mourning and weeping.”
Mary Magdalene was the first to witness the risen Christ. Her story reminds us that the resurrection brings new hope even to those who have faced great struggles and suffering. Easter Monday is a good time to reflect on the transformative power of Christ’s resurrection in our own lives.
11. Luke 24:30-32
“When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. They asked each other, ‘Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?’”
This passage recounts the moment when Jesus revealed Himself to the two disciples on the road to Emmaus. Their hearts burned with understanding as He explained the Scriptures. On Easter Monday, we are reminded that the resurrection is revealed to us through Scripture, and it ignites a passion in our hearts for the Word of God.
12. Romans 8:11
“And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you.”
This verse speaks to the profound truth that the same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead is now at work in believers. This is a great encouragement on Easter Monday: the resurrection is not just a historical event; it’s an ongoing power that works in us today.
13. 1 Corinthians 15:20-22
“But Christ has indeed been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man. For as in Adam all die, so in Christ all will be made alive.”
This passage from 1 Corinthians highlights the centrality of Christ’s resurrection for the future resurrection of all believers. It reminds us that because Christ has been raised, we too will be raised. Easter Monday points to the eternal life that is available to all who are in Christ.
14. Hebrews 13:20-21
“Now may the God of peace, who through the blood of the eternal covenant brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep, equip you with everything good for doing his will, and may he work in us what is pleasing to him, through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.”
On Easter Monday, we can pray that the God of peace would equip us for the work of the Kingdom. Through the resurrection, Jesus has made it possible for us to do good works and live lives pleasing to God.
15. Revelation 1:17-18
“When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. Then he placed his right hand on me and said: ‘Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last. 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.’”
In the book of Revelation, Jesus reveals Himself to John as the Living One. This powerful image of Jesus, alive forever, shows that His resurrection is not just a past event but an eternal reality. On Easter Monday, we can take comfort in knowing that Jesus has the power over death and that His resurrection secures our eternal life.
Conclusion
Easter Monday is a time to reflect on the hope and power of the resurrection. These 15 scriptures offer encouragement, insight, and a deeper understanding of the resurrection’s significance. Whether you are celebrating with joy, seeking peace in the midst of fear, or simply reflecting on the power of new life in Christ, these verses can help you center your thoughts and prayers on the living hope we have in Jesus. The resurrection is not just an event to remember—it is the foundation for how we live today and the hope we hold for the future. May these scriptures help you live in the power of Christ’s resurrection every day.
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