Best Easter Bible Studies for 2026
As the Easter season approaches, you may be looking for ways to make the season more meaningful for you or your group. The weeks leading up to Easter are a great time to reflect on the meaning of Jesus’ death and resurrection in a more personal way.
With so many studies to choose from, you might feel overwhelmed. That’s why we’ve compiled four of the best Easter Bible studies for 2026, each offering a unique perspective and designed to meet different needs this season.
Each of these studies is 4 or 5 weeks long, making them the perfect length for the weeks leading up to Easter. You can also start earlier and meet every two weeks for a slower-paced experience. They work beautifully in a group setting or for personal study, and are designed to help you slow down and reflect in a season that can often be rushed through.
Whether your group is looking to enter into this season with a fresh perspective, seeks answers to deep questions, longs to draw closer to the heart of Christ, or is hoping for a clearer look at God’s redemptive plan, there’s a resource here to accompany you on that journey.
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The Promise and Power of Easter by Christine Caine and Lisa Harper
The Case for Christmas by Lee Strobel
He Chose the Nails by Max Lucado
Why Easter Matters by Andy Stanley
The Promise and Power of Easter — Christine Caine & Lisa Harper
Experience Easter with more joy and anticipation than ever before! Christine and Lisa invite you to walk through the four weeks of the Lenten season, taking in the details of Jesus’ life, the agony of His death, and the overwhelming joy of His resurrection.
Best for: women’s groups, fans of Lisa Harper and Christine Caine, and groups wanting a renewed sense of awe in the resurrection story.
Why it stands out: Deep Biblical wisdom blended with Lisa and Christine’s signature wit and storytelling make this an Easter Bible study you won’t forget! You’ll be compelled to look at Easter as more than just a point in history, but the entire point, driving us to not only live differently today, but every day, and to tell everyone this Good News.
What you’ll study:
- Session 1: God’s Redemptive Plan for the World
- Session 2: Pursuing God’s Presence
- Session 3: Compassion in the Shape of the Cross
- Session 4: Come and See, Go and Tell
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The Case for Easter — Lee Strobel
Examine the evidence of the resurrection for yourself as you learn to understand the Gospel, historical, and medical evidence that points to the conclusion that Jesus was the Son of God.
Best for: seekers and skeptics, mixed-belief groups, or anyone who wants to gain confidence in the truth of the resurrection.
Why it stands out: Lee Strobel combines investigative journalism with biblical truth, inviting honest discussion and critical thinking. This thoughtful approach makes tough topics approachable and invites real, lasting exploration of faith for both long-time believers and those new to the faith.
What you’ll study:
- Session 1: Evidence for the Resurrection
- Session 2: An Excruciating Execution
- Session 3: The Case for the Empty Tomb
- Session 4: Eyewitnesses to the Resurrection
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He Chose the Nails — Max Lucado
Experience Lent as a time not to just give up something, but to prepare to receive good gifts from God. As you study the details of His death and resurrection, you’ll discover God was never more sovereign than in the details of the death of his Son. He chose the path, He selected the nails, just for you.
Best for: mixed groups, families, those looking for comfort during the Easter season, or anyone wanting a deeper understanding of Christ’s sacrifice on the cross.
Why it stands out: Max Lucado’s tender storytelling points each symbol and event surrounding the crucifixion and resurrection back to God’s relentless love. This is a study that will help you have a deeper connection with Christ and a renewed sense of gratitude for all He gave on the cross.
What you’ll study:
- Session 1: He Chose to Be One of Us
- Session 2: He Chose to Forgive Us
- Session 3: He Chose to Invite Us into His Presence
- Session 4: He Chose to Love Us Forever
- Session 5: He Chose to Give Us Victory
- Session 6: He Chose to Give Us Confidence (optional session for Week 6 of Lent)
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Why Easter Matters — Andy Stanley
Study some of the people in the Bible whose lives intersected with Jesus in the weeks leading to his crucifixion, each of them having an agenda that put them at odds with God and Jesus. As you’ll see, there’s a little bit of them in all of us.
Best for: mixed groups, those who want to understand the foundational truths of the resurrection, or anyone asking about the significance of Easter in their own story.
Why it stands out: Andy’s clear, practical teaching helps groups unpack how resistance illustrates the futility of opposing God. Whether you’re a believer or not, every person experiences resistance against God, and that’s why Easter matters.
What you’ll study:
- Session 1: The High Cost of Following Christ
- Session 2: The Risk of Surrendering to God
- Session 3: The God Who Can Be Trusted
- Session 4: The Foundation of Our Faith
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Start an Easter Bible Study today!
Whichever resource you choose, these Bible studies are designed to help your group celebrate Easter in a powerful new way. With trusted voices and engaging content, you’ll have the tools you need to reflect, discuss, and encounter the hope of the risen Christ.
Ready to get started? Preview Session 1 for any study and find the one that will help your group experience the promise and hope of Easter this year.