Many passages in the Old Testament point to the Savior’s ministry and atoning sacrifice. The table below lists some of these passages. As you read these verses, what impressions come to you about the Savior?

Easter is a joyful time, because it’s a time to celebrate the Savior’s Atonement and Resurrection. And yet, even during Easter, there are many people who don’t feel joyful for various reasons. What can you do to spread the Savior’s peace and joy this Easter?

One idea is to find messages in the scriptures about the peace and joy Jesus Christ offers, like these: Psalms 16:8–11; 30:2–5; Isaiah 12; 25:8–9; 40:28–31; John 14:27; 16:33; Alma 26:11–22. Consider how you might share these messages with others. For example, maybe you could create Easter cards to share, based on these messages. Be prayerful about who needs to receive your Easter greeting. You might also decide to share your messages on social media, where many people can see them.

Hymns about Christ and the Resurrection, such as “He Is Risen!” (Hymns, no. 199), can also help us feel peace and joy at Easter. Look for phrases in the hymn that, in your opinion, capture the joy of Easter.

See also Jeffrey R. Holland, “Not as the World Giveth,” Liahona, May 2021, 35–38; Mark S. Palmer, “Our Sorrow Shall Be Turned into Joy,” Liahona, May 2021, 88–90.

Here’s an activity that can help you see the many blessings that come through Jesus Christ and His Atonement. Read the scriptures below about what Jesus Christ helps us overcome. Try sorting the passages into these categories: sin, death, trials, and weaknesses (some passages may fit in more than one category). As you read, what impressions do you have about the Savior’s power?

• Isaiah 61:1–3

• Ezekiel 36:26–28

• Matthew 11:28–30

• Luke 1:46–55

• Romans 8:35–39

• Alma 7:10–13

• Alma 11:42–45

• Alma 58:11

• Moroni 10:32–33

• Doctrine and Covenants 19:15–19

• Moses 5:9–12

How would you explain to a friend who isn’t a Christian why Jesus Christ is important to you? Elder Ahmad S. Corbitt’s message “Do You Know Why I as a Christian Believe in Christ?” (Liahona, May 2023, 119–21) can help.

See also Reyna I. Aburto, “The Grave Has No Victory,” Liahona, May 2021, 85–87; Topics and Questions, “Atonement of Jesus Christ,” “Resurrection,” Gospel Library.

• You could use this week’s activity page or other pictures in this outline to tell your children the story of the Resurrection (see also “Jesus Is Risen,” in New Testament Stories, 139–44). Then let your children tell the story back to you.

• Consider how you will help your children find joy in Christ this Easter. For example, you could sing together a favorite Easter hymn, such as “Christ the Lord Is Risen Today” (Hymns, no. 200) or “Gethsemane” (Gospel Library). To find other songs about the Resurrection, you could look in the topical index of Hymns and Children’s Songbook. You and your children could share with each other why you like these songs and how you feel when you sing them. What do these songs teach us about Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ?