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Easter Joy
Stories of Hope and Resurrection
Stella Z. Delaney
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The Easter Egg Hunt of Faith
On a beautiful Easter morning, a group of children gathered in the garden, eager for their annual Easter egg hunt. The sun was shining brightly, casting warm light over the vibrant flowers and the freshly sprouted grass. The air was filled with excitement as they searched high and low for colorful eggs hidden carefully throughout the garden.
But this year, there was something different. The eggs weren’t just filled with candy or small toys. Each egg contained a symbol representing a powerful moment in Jesus' life—an important lesson about faith, love, and resurrection.
The first child to find an egg was Emma. She carefully opened it and found a small, painted cross inside. She smiled but was puzzled. Her mother, who had been watching from the porch, walked over and knelt beside her.
“This cross,” her mother said softly, “reminds us of Jesus’ love for us. He gave His life on the cross so that we could live. Jesus teaches us to love one another as He has loved us.”
Emma nodded, understanding a little more. Her mother then shared a Bible verse with her, “Greater love has no one than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” (John 15:13)
The next egg was found by Luke, who opened it to discover a small heart made of clay. His eyes widened with wonder. His sister, Hannah, explained, “This heart represents love. Jesus showed us the greatest love by forgiving others and teaching us to love even our enemies.”
Luke thought about this deeply. He remembered a time when he had been angry at a friend for taking his toy, but his mother had encouraged him to forgive. “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,” Luke’s mother said, quoting Matthew 5:44. Luke smiled, realizing that forgiving and loving others made his heart feel light.
Next, it was Hannah’s turn. She opened her egg to find a tiny fish, a symbol that reminded her of the time when Jesus fed thousands with just a few loaves and fish. “This fish reminds us that Jesus provides for all our needs,” her father explained. “Just like He fed the crowd with the fish and loaves, He will always provide for us when we trust Him.”
The Bible verse her father shared was from Philippians 4:19: “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus.” Hannah felt a warm feeling in her heart as she thought about how much God had blessed her family.
Lastly, young Ben, the smallest of the group, discovered his egg under a bush. He opened it and found a stone with an engraving of an empty tomb. His grandmother, who had been quietly watching the children, knelt beside him and said, “This stone represents the resurrection of Jesus. After He died on the cross, He rose again, proving that death could not defeat Him. This is the greatest promise we have—that through faith in Jesus, we too can have eternal life.”
Ben’s eyes sparkled with understanding. His grandmother then shared a verse from 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.” Ben felt a surge of gratitude for the gift of new life through Jesus’ resurrection.
As the children gathered together, their hearts full of the lessons they had learned, their mother gathered them in her arms. “You see, each of these symbols represents something Jesus did for us—His love, His forgiveness, His provision, and His resurrection. We are called to follow His example and live out these virtues in our daily lives.”
The children smiled, feeling the warmth of God’s love in their hearts. They had learned that Easter was not just about eggs and candy—it was about embracing the life-changing lessons Jesus taught and sharing that love with others.
As the sun began to set, casting a golden glow over the garden, the children held hands and prayed together, thanking God for His love, His forgiveness, His provision, and the gift of eternal life through Jesus.
And in that quiet moment, they felt God’s presence, knowing that their faith in Him would guide them, just as Jesus’ love had always guided His disciples.
This story highlights core Christian values of love, kindness, forgiveness, faith, and trust in God. The Bible verses included demonstrate the power of Jesus' teachings and the transformative effect His resurrection has on the lives of believers. It gently encourages young readers to live with compassion, grace, and trust in God's eternal promise.
The Lost Lamb's Journey
On a bright Easter morning, a little lamb named Lila bounced excitedly around the meadow, eager to join her family as they set off to graze in the green pastures. The sky was clear, the sun was warm, and everything felt perfect. But in her excitement, Lila had wandered too far away from the flock and didn’t realize that she was getting lost. She stopped and looked around, but all she could see was a sea of unfamiliar hills and trees.
Panicking, Lila bleated softly for her family, but there was no answer. The flock was nowhere in sight. She took a few steps forward, hoping to find them, but the more she searched, the further away they seemed.
As the day grew warmer and the shadows grew longer, Lila began to feel afraid. She was alone in the wilderness, and she didn’t know the way back home. But as she walked through the tall grass and over the hills, she remembered something her mother had told her: “The Good Shepherd is always with us, guiding us, protecting us, and calling us back when we’re lost.”
Lila thought about this as she continued on her journey, though she still felt scared and unsure. She remembered how the shepherd cared for each of the lambs in the flock, always counting them to make sure none were missing. “If I were lost, the shepherd would come to find me,” Lila whispered to herself, trying to comfort her nervous heart.
As the sun began to set, Lila wandered into a small, quiet grove of trees. She felt exhausted, hungry, and alone. Just as she was about to lie down and rest, she heard a voice calling her name. “Lila… Lila… Where are you, little lamb?”
Lila’s ears perked up. It was a kind voice, soft and full of love. She looked up and saw a figure standing at the edge of the grove—a shepherd with a gentle face, a staff in his hand, and a warm smile on his lips. The shepherd walked toward her, his eyes filled with compassion.
“Don’t be afraid, little one,” the shepherd said. “I have been looking for you. I will carry you back to the flock where you belong.”
Lila’s heart swelled with relief as she recognized the shepherd’s love and care. She had heard stories of the Good Shepherd, who knows each sheep by name and never lets them wander alone. This was the moment when Lila understood that the Good Shepherd wasn’t just a story—it was a promise that God watches over His people, always guiding them, especially when they feel lost or afraid.
The shepherd gently picked Lila up in his arms and began to walk back toward the meadow. As he carried her, he spoke softly to her. “I know the way home, and I will never leave you. Even when you feel lost or scared, I am always with you, leading you back to safety. Trust in my love, little lamb.”
Lila felt safe in the shepherd’s arms, knowing that she was cared for, just as the Bible promised. In that moment, she understood the deep meaning of the Good Shepherd. Jesus is the Good Shepherd who cares for His people with love and grace, always ready to guide them back when they are lost.
The Bible teaches us in John 10:14-15, “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep.” These words filled Lila’s heart with peace, knowing that just as the shepherd laid down his life for his sheep, Jesus had given His life for us all.
As the shepherd carried Lila back to the flock, the other lambs gathered around, happy to see her safe. Lila felt a deep sense of gratitude and love for the shepherd, who had come to find her and bring her home.
From that day on, Lila always remembered the love of the Good Shepherd. She trusted in His guidance, knowing that no matter how lost she felt, He would always be there to find her and lead her back home.
This story illustrates the deep love and care of the Good Shepherd, drawing on the Bible’s teachings about Jesus’ role as the Shepherd who leads and protects His flock. The lesson of trust, faith, and God’s eternal guidance is woven throughout, reminding young readers that God is always present, especially in times of fear and uncertainty. The verse from John 10:14-15 reinforces the message of God’s unwavering love and protection.
The Easter Miracle of the Seed
It was Easter Sunday, and the sun was shining brightly in the sky, casting its warm light over the garden. A group of children gathered around a small patch of earth, excited for a special activity their teacher had planned. The teacher, Mrs. Taylor, smiled at them with a twinkle in her eye.
“Today,” she said, “we’re going to plant a seed. Just like Jesus’ resurrection, this little seed will grow and bring new life.”
The children were curious as Mrs. Taylor handed out tiny, brown seeds, placing them in their hands like precious treasures. “But before we plant the seed,” she continued, “let’s talk about why today is so special. Today, we celebrate the miracle of Jesus’ resurrection—how He died for us and came back to life, bringing new hope and new life to the world.”
One of the children, Sarah, raised her hand. “So the seed is like Jesus, right? It’s like He died and came back to life?”
Mrs. Taylor nodded, her face glowing with understanding. “Exactly, Sarah. When a seed is planted in the ground, it dies in a sense—it’s buried. But then, over time, it sprouts, and something beautiful and new begins to grow. In the same way, Jesus’ death on the cross was like Him being buried, but His resurrection is like the seed sprouting to bring new life to all who believe in Him.”
The children eagerly knelt down in the soft earth and began planting their seeds. As they gently covered the seeds with soil, Mrs. Taylor reminded them, “Just like we’re planting these seeds today, we are planting faith in our hearts. Jesus promises that when we trust in Him, He will bring us new life, just like the seed that grows into something wonderful.”
As the children worked, they thought about the deep meaning of what they were doing. Each one understood that planting the seed wasn’t just about growing a plant—it was a reminder of the new life Jesus offers through His resurrection.
Later that afternoon, after the planting was done, Mrs. Taylor gathered the children together again. She opened her Bible and read a verse from the Gospel of John:
“Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.” (John 12:24)
The children listened quietly, their hearts open to the lesson. “Jesus was like that seed,” Mrs. Taylor explained. “He gave His life so that through His resurrection, many people could find eternal life. Just like a seed grows and produces more, Jesus’ death and resurrection give us the opportunity to share His love and bring new life to the world.”
The children smiled, each of them feeling a deep sense of peace. They realized that just like the seed they had planted, their faith could grow and flourish, bringing them closer to God’s love.
As the weeks passed, the children tended to their plants, watering them and watching as tiny sprouts began to emerge from the soil. With each new leaf that appeared, they were reminded of the life that Jesus brought into the world—life that grows and spreads, bringing hope and joy to everyone who believes.
Sarah, who had asked the question about the seed at the beginning, looked at her plant one day and said softly, “Just like Jesus came back to life, our seeds are growing. God gave us new life through Jesus, and now we get to help this little plant grow.”
Her teacher smiled, seeing the lesson take root in the children’s hearts. “Yes, Sarah. And just like you’re taking care of this plant, we’re called to take care of the faith in our hearts. We nurture it with love, kindness, and trust in God, and it will grow and bring good things into the world.”
