Easter Sunday is the cornerstone of Christian faith—a day that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. It is a moment filled with victory, renewal, and everlasting hope. The resurrection is more than a story—it is the very power of God to save, restore, and transform.
Whether you are preparing a sermon, writing a devotion, or seeking personal encouragement, these 40 Easter Sunday Bible verses will help you focus on the truth that Jesus is alive. Each verse highlights the glory of the resurrection, the hope it brings, and the joy of salvation.
1. Matthew 28:6
“He is not here; he has risen, just as he said. Come and see the place where he lay.”
The angel’s words to the women at the tomb perfectly capture the wonder of Easter: Jesus did what He promised. He is risen!
2. Mark 16:6
“Don’t be alarmed,” he said. “You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen!”
The resurrection is the divine declaration that Jesus is victorious. He is no longer in the grave—He has conquered death.
3. Luke 24:6-7
“He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you… ‘The Son of Man must be delivered… and on the third day be raised again.’”
Jesus’ resurrection wasn’t a surprise to Him—it was His plan all along. He knew the cross wasn’t the end.
4. 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.”
Easter is not just about what Jesus did, but who He is—the Resurrection itself.
5. 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 broke death’s power for good. It has no claim on Him—and none on those who belong to Him.
6. 1 Corinthians 15:3-4
“…Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures… he was buried… he was raised on the third day…”
Paul’s summary of the gospel makes it clear: the resurrection is not optional. It’s essential.
7. 1 Peter 1:3
“He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.”
The resurrection brings a living hope—not wishful thinking, but solid, joyful confidence.
8. Philippians 3:10-11
“I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings…”
To know Jesus is to know the power that raised Him from the dead—a power that now lives in us.
9. Acts 2:24
“But God raised him from the dead, freeing him from the agony of death…”
Jesus’ resurrection is the proof that God’s plan is unstoppable.
10. Romans 8:11
“If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus… is living in you, he… will also give life to your mortal bodies…”
The same Spirit that raised Jesus will raise us too. What incredible Easter promise!
11. Matthew 28:18
“All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.”
The risen Jesus holds all authority—He is the true and eternal King.
12. Colossians 3:1
“Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above…”
Easter changes how we live. We live with resurrection perspective.
13. Revelation 1:18
“I am the Living One; I was dead, and now look, I am alive for ever and ever!”
Jesus holds the keys to death and hell. He lives forever, and so shall we.
14. 2 Timothy 2:8
“Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David. This is my gospel.”
The risen Jesus is not just theology—He’s the heartbeat of our faith.
15. John 20:29
“Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.”
Jesus calls us blessed when we believe in His resurrection without seeing with our eyes.
16. Romans 4:25
“He was delivered over to death for our sins and was raised to life for our justification.”
His resurrection proves we are truly forgiven and made right with God.
17. Psalm 16:10
“Because you will not abandon me to the realm of the dead, nor will you let your faithful one see decay.”
A prophetic promise fulfilled in Christ—He would rise before decay touched Him.
18. Isaiah 53:11
“After he has suffered, he will see the light of life and be satisfied…”
The suffering servant sees life again—and through it, He brings many to righteousness.
19. Job 19:25
“I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth.”
Job declared resurrection hope centuries before Christ. What faith!
20. Hosea 6:2
“After two days he will revive us; on the third day he will restore us…”
Even in the Old Testament, God hinted at resurrection life.
21. Luke 24:34
“It is true! The Lord has risen and has appeared to Simon.”
The resurrection isn’t legend—it’s true, testified by eyewitnesses.
22. John 20:20
“The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord.”
Easter turns sorrow into joy—grief into celebration.
23. Acts 4:33
“With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus.”
The early church was fueled by the resurrection message. So should we be!
24. Galatians 2:20
“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.”
Resurrection means we live a new life—Christ’s life in us.
25. Romans 10:9
“If you declare… ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe… that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.”
Believing in the resurrection is central to salvation.
26. John 21:14
“This was now the third time Jesus appeared to his disciples after he was raised…”
The risen Christ didn’t vanish—He spent time reassuring His disciples.
27. Acts 10:40
“But God raised him from the dead on the third day and caused him to be seen.”
The resurrection is public and personal. God made sure it could not be ignored.
28. Acts 13:30
“But God raised him from the dead…”
This repeated phrase in Acts is the church’s rally cry: God raised Him!
29. 1 Corinthians 6:14
“By his power God raised the Lord from the dead, and he will raise us also.”
The promise of Easter is our resurrection too.
30. Colossians 2:12
“You were… raised with him through your faith in the working of God…”
Faith in God’s resurrection power connects us directly to Christ.
31. Romans 1:4
“…who through the Spirit of holiness was appointed the Son of God in power by his resurrection from the dead.”
The resurrection affirms Jesus’ identity—God’s Son in power.
32. Hebrews 13:20-21
“…who brought back from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great Shepherd of the sheep…”
Because Jesus lives, He still shepherds us today.
33. 1 Thessalonians 4:14
“We believe that Jesus died and rose again…”
This belief gives comfort that we too will rise when He returns.
34. John 20:31
“But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah… and that by believing you may have life…”
The resurrection leads us to faith and life—the goal of all Scripture.
35. Psalm 118:17
“I will not die but live, and will proclaim what the Lord has done.”
A verse for every believer—resurrected life is for testimony and praise.
36. Romans 14:9
“Christ died and returned to life so that he might be the Lord of both the dead and the living.”
Easter proclaims Christ’s lordship over life and death.
37. John 14:19
“Because I live, you also will live.”
This promise from Jesus is the heartbeat of Easter hope.
38. 2 Corinthians 5:15
“And he died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves…”
Easter calls us to live for Christ, not for self.
39. Psalm 30:5
“Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.”
Easter is the morning joy after the dark night of Good Friday.
40. Matthew 28:9
“Suddenly Jesus met them. ‘Greetings,’ he said. They came to him, clasped his feet and worshiped him.”
The right response to the risen Lord is always worship.
Conclusion: Let Easter Shape Your Every Day
Easter is not just a historical event or an annual holiday—it is the foundation of Christian identity and hope. These 40 verses remind us that Jesus is risen, that He reigns, and that life eternal is secured for all who believe.
May these Scriptures lead you into worship, gratitude, and renewed faith—not just on Easter Sunday, but every day.
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