Free, Easy Bible Resources for Easter

At church or on the go, YouVersion offers several easy ways you can share the Bible this Easter. Having trouble seeing this email? Click here. Help People Connect with the Bible this Easter Easter is a time when people who don't usually go to church might be more interested in learning or reading more about God. For anyone who wants to see what the Bible is all about, the Bible App is a great (and, of course, free) way to get started. Millions of people all over the world have found the Bible App a simple yet powerful way to bring the Bible into their everyday lives. This Easter season, whether you're a church leader or someone who wants to share the Bible with your friends, the Bible App is the easiest way to help people begin engaging with the Bible. Download resources like this one for free! Simple ways ANYBODY can share: Easiest: Point people to bible.com/app or to the YouVersion Bible App in their app store. And don't forget the kids! Share bible.com/kids with the families you know and help them find the Bible App for Kids in their app store. Very Easy: Wherever you are: with family, at church, waiting in line at the grocery store…strike up a conversation about favorite apps, then suggest the Bible App (or even download it) for anyone who's interested. Still Pretty Easy: Share verses and Plans you like to your favorite social media platform, from right inside the Bible App. You can even share the Bible App, just by selecting "Share," right from the main menu. Simple ways CHURCHES can share: We understand you have a lot going on during Easter. YouVersion tries really hard to help you get the Bible into people's hands, whether they're new to church, they have questions, or they're trying to start a daily Bible habit. And the Bible App is always completely free. Easiest: Point people to bible.com/app or to the YouVersion Bible App in their app store. And don't forget the kids! Share bible.com/kids with the families in your church or lead them to the Bible App for Kids in their app store. Very Easy: Use our free videos and graphics in your weekend service. You'll find postcards, bulletin inserts, and posters you can print here, and even ProPresenter slides, all available in several languages.* And all of these resources are available year-round—not just during Easter. Still Pretty Easy: We'd love to give you FREE sticker cards. But don't put it off: our supplies are limited. * English, Korean, Spanish (Latin American), Chinese (both Simplified and Traditional), Brazilian Portuguese, German, French, Dutch, and Russian. Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter HELPFUL LINKS: Jobs: We're Hiring! YouVersion Blog Get Help Become a Volunteer Make a Donation © LifeChurch.tv / YouVersion 4600 East 2nd Street, Edmond, OK 73034 Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Unsubscribe

NY Times “Noah” Ad Encourages Bible Reading

The epic Noah film opens worldwide Friday, but you can read the original story in the Bible App right now. NY Times "Noah" Ad Encourages Bible Reading In a full-page ad in yesterday's New York Times, the makers of the new epic film Noah recommend you read the biblical account of Noah's story in the Bible App. We couldn't agree more! Read Noah's story in the Bible App With the abundance of Bible-related movies and television shows over the past year, Hollywood seems to be realizing something the YouVersion community already knows: all over the world, this generation is excited about engaging with the Bible. The Noah movie, starring Russell Crowe, opens worldwide on Friday. But you don't have to wait. You can read (or listen to) the original story right now in the Bible App—in about nine minutes. Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Make sure your app is up to date. Check for Update HELPFUL LINKS: Jobs: We're Hiring! YouVersion Blog Get Help Become a Volunteer Make a Donation © LifeChurch.tv / YouVersion 4600 East 2nd Street, Edmond, OK 73034 Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Unsubscribe

Ash Wednesday: Prepare for Easter Beginning Today

YouVersion offers several great Bible plans to help you make the most of Lent. Having trouble seeing this email? Click here. Plans to Help Prepare You for Easter Today is Ash Wednesday, the first day of the Christian tradition of Lent. During these 40 days leading up to Easter (April 20), followers of Christ prepare their hearts by turning their minds away from the physical to the spiritual. YouVersion offers several Bible plans that can help you reflect on God's Word every day between now and Easter: Lent For Everyone is a devotional featuring a daily reading from Matthew and inspirational words for reflection from renowned New Testament scholar N.T. Wright. 53 days 40 Days of Lent chronologically traces Jesus' last week on earth, through the New Testament gospel accounts. The seven Sundays are days of rest, according to tradition. 47 days Devotions for Lent from Holy Bible: Mosaic brings together quotes, readings, and Scripture to focus your mind on Christ. 46 days ReThink Life: 40 Day Devotional presents Scripture, key thoughts, and prayer to challenge you to "rethink" seven important areas in your life. 40 days Hillsong: 40 Days of Revival reveals attributes from history's greatest revivals — presence, prayer, purity, power, personal sacrifice, and praise — to help you know God and His ways. 40 days The 40-Day New Testament Challenge leads you through the entire New Testament in just 40 days, taking off Sundays as traditional days of rest. 40 days Whether you prefer reading the Bible or hearing it read to you, you can find many more plans at www.bible.com/reading-plans. The most important things in our lives are worth sharing. Tell your friends which Bible plan you're committing to—and ask them to join you! Then keep sharing what you're reading and learning, all the way up to Easter Sunday. Online, the worldwide YouVersion community will be using the hashtag #PreparingForEaster. Share on Twitter Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter HELPFUL LINKS: Jobs: We're Hiring! YouVersion Blog Get Help Become a Volunteer Make a Donation © LifeChurch.tv / YouVersion 4600 East 2nd Street, Edmond, OK 73034 Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Unsubscribe

Easter is in Sight: Our Opportunity to Prepare

Prepare for Easter: Share in God's Word with Friends Prepare for Easter: Share in God's Word with Friends People around the world will celebrate Jesus' resurrection on Sunday, April 20. Traditionally, many individuals use Lent, the 40 days leading up to Easter, as a time to reflect and repent. During this time, we choose to actively prepare our hearts to receive the gift Jesus gave us through the Cross. Consider making the Bible an intentional part of your day—every day—between now and Easter Sunday. The most important things in our lives are worth sharing with friends and family, so ask some of your favorite people to join you in seeking God through His Word. Make time each day to check in with each other. Talk about what you're reading and encourage each other, spurring one another on toward Christ. Each of these Bible plans were developed specifically to help get us all into the spirit of Lent. Pick one that works for you: Lent For Everyone is a devotional featuring a daily reading from Matthew and inspirational words for reflection from renowned New Testament scholar N.T. Wright. 53 days 40 Days of Lent chronologically traces Jesus' last week on earth, through the New Testament gospel accounts. The seven Sundays are days of rest, according to tradition. 47 days Devotions for Lent from Holy Bible: Mosaic brings together quotes, readings, and Scripture to focus your mind on Christ. 46 days ReThink Life: 40 Day Devotional presents Scripture, key thoughts, and prayer to challenge you to "rethink" seven important areas in your life. 40 days Hillsong: 40 Days of Revival reveals attributes from history's greatest revivals — presence, prayer, purity, power, personal sacrifice, and praise — to help you know God and His ways. 40 days The 40-Day New Testament Challenge leads you through the entire New Testament in just 40 days, taking off Sundays as traditional days of rest. 40 days Whether you prefer listening or reading, of course you'll find plenty more Bible plans to choose from at https://www.bible.com/reading-plans. Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter HELPFUL LINKS: Jobs: We're Hiring! YouVersion Blog Get Help Become a Volunteer Make a Donation © LifeChurch.tv / YouVersion 4600 East 2nd Street, Edmond, OK 73034 Privacy Policy | Terms of Use | Unsubscribe