Prayer Tip--The Victory of Christ
Daily Scripture
Hebrews 2:14b-15 (CEB), 1 John 3:8b (CEB), John 20:21 (CEB), and Romans 7:4b
[Jesus came] to destroy the one who holds the power over death—the devil—by dying. He set free those who were held in slavery their entire lives by their fear of death.
God’s Son appeared for this purpose: to destroy the works of the devil.
[Jesus said to them,] “As the Father sent me, so I am sending you.”
You are united with the one who was raised from the dead so that we can bear fruit for God.
Daily Reflection & Prayer
When I think about Easter, I find myself holding two profound realities together. The weight of what Jesus endured–the suffering, the sacrifice, the darkness of the tomb–shows me the immeasurable depth of His love for me. On the cross, Jesus demonstrated that no price was too high, no pain too great to bear on my behalf. His love isn’t just words or sentiment, but action so powerful it conquered death itself. Nothing speaks more clearly of how treasured I am by God than seeing what Christ was willing to endure to bring me back to Him.
And this is where my hope comes from. Not from ignoring life’s struggles, but from knowing that because Jesus walked through suffering and death and emerged victorious, my own struggles don’t have the final word. The resurrection means I can face my failures, fears and pain with confidence that they don’t define my future. This Easter brings a joy that runs deep–a profound gladness rooted in the certainty of Christ’s triumph over all that seeks to separate me from God’s love.
Here’s my Easter prayer. Adapt it as needed to make it your own:
Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father,
As I come before you this Easter, I’m overwhelmed by the magnitude of your love. The price Jesus paid for me–the suffering, the rejection, the weight of my sin upon His shoulders–leaves me humbled and in awe. When I consider what it cost Him to love me, I’m brought to my knees in gratitude.
In a world filled with so much uncertainty, doubts creep in, fears arise, and I recognize my own brokenness. The darkness can sometimes feel heavy, and my weaknesses persistent. Yet even in these moments, the resurrection brings hope and life.
Today, I celebrate the resurrection. I rejoice that Jesus rose in power and glory, triumphant over the grave. His victory is my living hope. Because He lives, I know that my struggles, my pain, my failures don’t have the final word in my story.
Thank you for loving me enough to make a way back to you. Thank you that through Christ, I can walk in newness of life today. Help me to live the resurrection life–to embody your victory in how I love, how I serve, and how I face each day with courage and joy.
Fill me with resurrection power. Let the same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead bring life to every corner of my heart. May everything I do reflect the beautiful truth that in Christ, death is defeated, and love has won.
With a heart full of gratitude and joy this Easter, Amen.
GPS Insights
Mindy LaHood
This week's prayer tip is by Mindy LaHood, who serves as Worship Communications and Design Manager. Mindy blends her passion for writing with crafting clear and engaging content across various platforms. Her calling as a writer shapes her approach to creating meaningful connections through visual design and thoughtful communication strategies.
