Bible Studies for Easter

Make the most of the season leading up to Easter with an Easter Bible study that helps you focus on Christ’s death and resurrection. From best-selling authors like Lisa Harper and Christine Caine, Lee Strobel, Max Lucado, and more, these Bible studies for Lent and Easter will help you and your small group spend intentional time reflecting on the miracle of His resurrection.

WHY CHOOSE AN EASTER BIBLE STUDY?

Featured Study

Captivated by the Cross and Resurrection of Jesus

Join Christine Caine and Lisa Harper in a transformative study that goes beyond tradition. Walk with them through 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.

4-Week Easter Bible Studies for Groups

The Case for Easter, Updated Edition by Lee Strobel

What do the Gospel accounts actually say about Jesus’ death and resurrection? How can we know the biblical accounts are accurate? In The Case for Christ, Lee Strobel retraced his spiritual journey from atheism to faith by showing how the evidence he obtained from experts in the field of history, archaeology, and ancient manuscripts led him to the verdict that Jesus truly was the Son of God. In The Case for Easter Bible Study, Lee investigates the story surrounding the resurrection of Jesus—and how we can know that it is true.

He Chose the Nails by Max Lucado

Is your heart unsettled by the chaos of the world? Are you heavy-laden with bad moments, mad moments, or anxious moments? Today, rest in God’s self-giving love and leave all your troubles at the foot of the cross.

In the He Chose the Nails Bible Study, Max Lucado observes that the last moments leading up to Jesus’ death were not left up to chance. God chose the path; he selected the nails. Our Lord planted the trio of crosses and painted the sign. God was never more sovereign than in the details of the death of his Son.

Why Easter Matters by Andy Stanley

Have you ever been at odds with God? Have you resisted, defied, or tried to bargain your way out of what you thought God wanted?

You aren’t alone. Scripture documents similar stories. In this Easter Bible Study, Andy Stanley looks at some of the people whose lives intersected with Jesus in the weeks leading to his crucifixion. Each of them had 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.

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How long is a typical Easter Bible study? Expand

Most Easter Bible studies are 4 weeks long, making them convenient to complete in the weeks leading up to Easter. You may also choose to space out the sessions to whatever cadence fits your group, or to accommodate the 40 days in the Lent season (the season leading up to Easter Sunday).

Do I have to do an Easter Bible study during Easter? Expand

No! Though these studies are designed with the season in mind, they can be completed at any time. We are, in fact, Easter people!

What if my church doesn’t celebrate Lent? Expand

That’s ok! Lent is simply a season in the church calendar that marks the 40 days leading up to Easter. Some traditions use this time for fasting and prayer, but the heart of the season is to create space to be contemplative about the sacrifice Christ made for us.  An Easter or Lent Bible study is a helpful tool to help you ground yourself in scripture during this season.

Are there any Easter Bible studies for women? Expand

All of our studies would work well for women’s groups, but we highly recommend The Promise and Power of Easter by Christine Caine and Lisa Harper. You’ll love reflecting on what Christ did for us in His death, and then being empowered to share this good news with others!