8 WAYS COUPLES CAN EMBRACE THE MIRACLE OF EASTER
What does Easter mean to you? A time for bunnies and eggs? Perhaps a day when mass is extremely long? Or could it be a time of mirth accompanied by sober reflection? Every Easter, we are reminded of the greatest act that took place in history. We are reminded of the death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
This act, though pretty long ago on the hands of time, has left us with an impact we can never deny. This act has brought us victory. It has brought us hope. It has brought us transformation. It has given us a reliable faith to anchor our lives upon. Easter brought a smile and a beautiful turnaround in our relationship with God. It screams: Cheers to peace with God at last! And you know the best part? It never grows old. Today and beyond, you can still experience the miracle of Easter, just like others did about 2000 years ago. You can experience it in your life, as well as in the life of your partner and in your relationship. How? You may ask. I will gladly show you.
In this article, we will explore ways you can embrace the miracle of Easter as a couple, and experience its transforming power in your lives and relationship. May the light of His resurrection shine bright over your home, in Jesus’ name, amen. With that said, let us dive in.
Ways You Can Embrace the Miracle of Easter as a Couple.
1) Practice Forgiveness
As I read about the events leading to Jesus’ death and resurrection, I realize that Jesus had a bunch of people to forgive. It was not just the soldiers who pierced Him or the priests who falsely accused Him. I saw His friends. Starting from Judas whom He loved and shared about three years of His life with. Judas was not far away. He was close to Jesus. Yet he betrayed Him (Lk. 22:47-48).
Should I speak of Peter? He was closer, yet in that trying time, he said he never knew Him (Lk. 22:55-62). Thinking about it, I imagine how hurt Jesus would have been to hear that. Despite all the memories of friendship. Yet He chose to forgive. Not just to forgive, but to redeem. That is true forgiveness!
It can be agreed that no relationship is free from offenses. As a couple, you wrong each other in different ways. Sometimes, it may be something as serious as a love affair or physical abuse. Other times, it may be something such as a minor disagreement that leaves you wondering if you really made the right decision. You may feel betrayed. You may feel hurt. After all, you are one (Gen. 2:24).
But can I tell you something? Jesus felt it too. And can I say He felt it harder? But because He forgave with all His heart (Ps. 103:12), you can too. The Holy Spirit will enable you. The Bible reminds us to forgive each other, just as in Christ, God forgave us (Eph. 4:32). Beyond Jesus forgiving His friends and “enemies” at that time about 2000 years ago, He has also reached down to you. He has forgiven you and made you right with God (Rom. 3:24).
Do not let unforgiveness eat at you till you regret it later on. This Easter, search your heart. Is there any bitterness you are holding on to (Eph. 4:31)? Any captive in the dungeon of your heart? Let it go and let God heal and restore you. Your partner needs you just as you do likewise. He loves you both and will be with you every step of the way. Please, let Him show you how.
2) Show sacrificial love
The kind of love that Jesus bestows on us is almost crazy. Recently, I have been coming closer to the realization that Jesus does not love us for what we do. He loves us for who we are in Him. If you can grasp the meaning and depth of His love for you, your life will have a massive turnaround.
The thing that gets me most about Jesus is that He’s not a sycophant who flatters us into believing He loves us at our worst. Rather, He proved this love when He laid down His life and endured much mockery from those He created (Jn. 3:16, Rom. 5:6-8). He did this because, at the core of His heart, He wants to see you whole, enjoying His presence as you commune with Him in a personal relationship. He did it because He is madly in love with you. What does this mean for you as a couple?
One of the key pillars of marriage is true love. God has described what this should look like in His Word (see 1 Corinthians 13). As you progress more and more in your union, you will realize that love is less about feelings and more about action. Can you love your partner when he or she is unreceptive of your love just like Jesus did? Or what about when he or she is receptive but is sick, poor, or unable to bear children at the time? Will your love still stand? What if you were all lovey-dovey during your honeymoon, but now, life has happened, and you are left cold?
Easter is a time that reminds us of the Almighty giving up what He loved most because He loves us. That is love expressed through sacrifice. As you celebrate this season, think of how your love can transcend beyond your words and be seen even more evidently in your actions (1 Jn. 3:18). Think of ways to serve each other again selflessly (Phil. 2:3-5). You know, that love growing cold can still come alive again. There’s a spark that can be set on fire. You just have to be intentional about making sure the oil is always available.
3) Extend grace to each other
In the Old Testament era, judgment was strict. Not because God hated His creation. No, far from that. But He was preparing them for something better (See Heb. 7 & 8). With the death and resurrection of Christ, grace was released and believers in the finished work of Christ can now rely on this grace (2 Tim. 1:9-10, Rom. 5:2). Christ has freely given us His grace. He gives it to us despite our shortcomings, so we can be better and whole – the bride He desires to see (Heb. 4:16).
As a couple, it’s so easy to be more fixated on the personality quirks and issues your partner has. It’s also very easy to see the wrongs your partner has and play the blame game. But Easter reminds us that just as we are imperfect humans, yet receive grace from a perfect God, we can also extend this grace to our imperfect spouses (Col. 3:12-13). When you do this, you will experience a richer relationship. Grace and mercy triumph over judgment (Jas. 2:13).
4) Renew your commitment as an individual and as a couple
If there was one thing that Easter brought to us, it was the gift of a renewed relationship with God (Rom. 5:18). The temple veil was torn in two, meaning that we all can have access to God, the Lover of our soul without guilt or shame (Mk. 15:38). It is a time of restoration. A time of being new again (2 Cor. 5:15-17).
As you celebrate Easter this year, think about your relationship. Think about your partner. Are you still hanging on to those vows? Have you given up already? Does marriage seem too hard a thing to tango?
Well, Easter reminds us that it’s never too late to start again. It’s never too late to love again. It’s never too late to recommit to those vows. It’s never too late to be madly in love again. It’s never too late to change and start behaving better. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, the old you has passed away and the new, transformed you ever evolving in the presence of your Savior is free to live out the Christ-like life (2 Cor. 3:18).
And you know what? All it takes is the power of God to make the difference – not by your own strength (Zech. 4:6, Phil. 2:13). May the power that raised Christ from the dead and set us right with God, revive and renew you and your relationship once again, in Jesus’ name, amen.
5) Open your heart to hope again
When Jesus rose from the dead on Easter Sunday, it was a way of saying: “Oh death, where is your sting? You are such a loser!” (1 Cor. 15:55-57). The mighty stone that was placed to guard Jesus’ body was no match for His invincible person (Mk. 16:3-4). It literally gave way that His glory would shine forth on the Earth. The grave thought it had power on Him, but no, it gave way at just the right time. And now what? He’s not dead, but He lives in glory, interceding on your behalf (Heb. 7:25). Isn’t that wonderful?
I don’t know what the current situation in your relationship is. Maybe you are facing a challenge and all hope is lost. Maybe just like the disciples, you see your dreams, plans, and hopes buried in the grave with a mighty stone covering it forever. There’s no way out. Is there now? You may think. Well, let me let you in on something. The same God who raised Jesus from the dead can still raise all the dead things you think are long gone in your life and relationship (1 Cor. 6:14). So arise, child of God (Is. 60:1). Open your heart, and hope again (Is. 49:23, Rom. 5:5). Your help is just around the corner. Do you believe it?
6) Seek true healing for yourself and your relationship
The Word of God says: “…and by His wounds, we are healed (Is. 53:5). The miracle of Easter shows us that every stripe Jesus endured on the cross was not in vain. It served a purpose. It served your healing as well as mine. Now, how many of us have gone through rough and tough times growing up? Maybe we have been hurt so much that we have even developed mentalities that are affecting our relationships. Some have carried these hurts into adulthood and marriage.
The good thing is, that we have a Savior, and He brings healing in His wings (Mal. 4:2). If we can only come to Calvary, kneel before the cross, and lay our burdens (our hurt, our pain, our disappointment) at His feet, I am confident that we will find the healing that we desperately need. And you know what? When you are healed and made whole as individuals in your relationship, your relationship will thank you for it. Let Christ in so He can heal you even in this season of Easter. Will you?
7) Seek deliverance from every generational curse
As I included this point, I thought to merge it with the previous point. But no, I believe expanding it will help someone. Recently, I have been reading Francine Rivers’ “The Atonement Child,” and I could not help but marvel at how unaddressed issues can seep down slowly through the family line. Many times, what we face as challenges in our homes are the effects of someone’s rash decision. It could be ours or, sadly, those of others who have lived before us. I am not saying every challenge is a result of a generational curse, but sometimes, it may just be the case. And it continues until someone stands in the gap.
So what now? Rake your hands through your hair and raise them in despair? Nope! Rather, think of why Jesus died. The Bible says:
Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: “Cursed is everyone who is hung on a tree.” He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Christ Jesus so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit. – (Gal. 3:13-14).
Do you see that? Jesus Christ took the curse. The curse that so easily troubles you. And He did not just do that, but He turned it into a blessing for you because He loves you (Deut. 23:5). So c’mon and smile, child of God. You are blessed and not cursed. But again, you can only get the blessing when you are united to Him. You can only get His blessing when you acknowledge what He has done for you on the cross. See, Christ is willing to set you free and if He sets you free, you will be free indeed (Jn. 8:36). Don’t let anything stop you. Call on His name (Joel 2:32). He promises to save!
8) Meditate on the true meaning and significance of Easter together
One thing I find helpful to do every Easter is to read the story of Easter all over again. There’s a way it makes the story come alive again. If you may not be able to read it together with your partner, then why not dedicate that day to watching the movie? I strongly recommend “The Passion of Christ” or “The Chosen.” Otherwise, be creative. Find something helpful that will truly draw your heart to your loving Savior. It will set your heart on fire once again. Then ask yourselves where you have hurt each other and seek to make amends.
Renew your commitment and seek to love truly all over again. Before you leave, hold your hands and rededicate your relationship to God. Ask Him to keep you in unity with Him at the center. I tell you for free that you cannot do it on your own no matter how wise or smart you think you are. You need Him. It’s the reason He died, so we all can have a close relationship with Him. And hey! He’s been waiting all this while. Reach out to Him.
To conclude, Easter brings with it a lot of beautiful memories. It’s a reminder that our faith is founded on something real, something solid, something genuine, and something reliable. So today, I urge you and your spouse to embrace the miracle of Easter and watch Christ’s star rise and dwell in your home.
Don’t let this Easter be the usual routine celebration. Let this year be something different. Will you promise me that? I can’t wait to see your marriage rising above everything that has kept you down, for Jesus is risen. Yay! Have a blessed Easter. Shalom!
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