Jesus Is Alive!

Family Devotional

September 20, 2026

Read: 1 Corinthians 15:1–34


The resurrection of Jesus isn’t just something we celebrate on Easter. It is the truth that changes everything about how we live.

Paul reminds us of the heart of the gospel: Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose again. He was seen by many people, proving that His resurrection was real. Jesus didn’t stay in the grave—He conquered death!

Because Jesus is alive, we know that He has won the victory. Life can still be hard, and we may face sadness, temptation, or difficult circumstances, but we don’t have to live as though we have already lost. Jesus is King, and one day He will completely defeat death and every power that stands against Him.

Paul also reminds us that our faith is shaped by the people around us. The people we spend time with influence the way we think, act, and live. We need people who help us remember that Jesus is alive and encourage us to follow Him.

And because Jesus is alive, the way we live matters. Our neighbors, friends, classmates, and coworkers should be able to see something different in us because we belong to Jesus.

Remember: Jesus is alive, Jesus has won, and we can live every day in the hope and power of His resurrection.

Talk About It


Preschool:
  • Who is alive—Jesus or Jesus’ disciples?
  • What does it mean that Jesus is alive?

Elementary:
  • What are the three important things Paul says happened to Jesus?
  • How does knowing Jesus is alive change the way you live?
  • Who is someone who helps you follow Jesus?

Teens:
  • Why does the resurrection matter beyond Easter?
  • How can the people you spend time with influence your faith?
  • What would it look like to live this week like Jesus has already won the victory?

Family Challenge

This week, look for one way your family can show someone else that Jesus is alive—through kindness, encouragement, serving, or simply telling someone about the hope you have in Jesus.