Holiness doesn’t happen by accident; it’s cultivated with intention. As Holy Week approaches, this piece encourages families to create meaningful, Christ-centered rhythms that nurture faith at home and leave a lasting spiritual impact.
1. In Communication
Words matter. Communication can easily make or break our spirits. As followers of Christ, we are commanded to take control of what we say and how we say it to others.
This Holy Week, be intentional in how you communicate with your spouse and children. Be mindful of how outside stressors can impact your tone and choice of words. Let godliness lead your lips, and use this holiday week to encourage your children, praying with and over them to remind them of their worth in Christ through His sacrifice.
“No foul language should come from your mouth, but only what is good for building up someone in need, so that it gives grace to those who hear. And don’t grieve God’s Holy Spirit. He sealed you for the day of redemption. Let all bitterness, anger, and wrath, shouting and slander be removed from you, along with all malice. And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ.” Ephesians 4:29-32 (CSB)
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2. In Service
This Holy Week, gather your family together to read aloud and consider Matthew 20:28 (NLT): “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
Easter is a holiday that calls us to a place of reverence and worship as we consider that the God of heaven gave His Son through the greatest service of all: sacrificial death.
If we are called to imitate Christ, why wouldn’t our Holy Week celebration include intentional service to others? Let your family brainstorm ways to serve others throughout the week, whether as a group or individually.
Little ones can decorate cards and crafts to deliver to the local nursing home. Older children can help at your community's clothing closet, soup kitchen, or homeless shelter. Does your church need baked goods, stuffed eggs, or extra hands for any Easter outreach programs?
Leave your children a legacy of loving and serving others this Easter holiday.
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3. In Free Time
Spring isn’t known for its lackadaisical schedule. Most people are juggling Easter parties with ballet recitals, baseball games, school plays, and graduation preparations. Nonetheless, there are pockets of free time we always find to scroll our phones or binge-watch our favorite shows.
This Holy Week, I challenge you to gather as a family to reflect on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. Reflect on the weight of Saturday as you prepare to celebrate on Sunday.
I’m not saying that each day should be consumed with heavy theology. Still, there is certainly a time and place for deep, meaningful conversation with your spouse and children about the holy significance of each day of Holy Week.
Meanwhile, use some free time to invest in each other as a family, playing a favorite board game or getting outside together. Honor the blessings that Christ sacrificed Himself for you to have freely.
“We know what real love is because Jesus gave up his life for us. So we also ought to give up our lives for our brothers and sisters.” 1 John 3:16 (NLT)
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4. In Holiday Chaos
As I said, spring is a wild season. People are pulled in many directions, which means chaos is unavoidable; that’s part of the fast-paced world we navigate.
Knowing this, enter Holy Week in prayer, asking for God’s peace and direction as you handle the inevitable chaos of the spring season. Pray these prayers with and over your spouse. Model these prayers to your children at the dinner table, during busy car commutes, and at night before bed.
Don’t let the busyness of the season produce stress. Rather, rest in the grace that Easter embodies.
“‘Martha, Martha,’ the Lord answered, ‘you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.’” Luke 10:41-42 (NIV)
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5. In Celebration and Worship
Easter Sunday is a beautiful, glorious celebration, as we honor Christ’s sacrifice on the cross and rejoice in His miraculous resurrection.
For many churches, this is the largest gathering of the year, which is both exciting and easily stressful. People often feel a bit more rushed as they try to ensure everyone is dressed in their best, that everyone gets to church early enough to find parking, and that everyone arrives in a somewhat decent mood.
Don’t let the peace and power of Easter morning—and the worship Christ rightfully deserves—be swallowed by worldly expectations. Prepare for Easter Sunday and all it entails as much as possible the night before, but let Sunday morning be protected as a time to celebrate Jesus and rest in His salvation.
“... we who worship by the Spirit of God are the ones who are truly circumcised. We rely on what Christ Jesus has done for us. We put no confidence in human effort…” Philippians 3:3 (NLT)
The Rhythms of Faith
Even after Holy Week, consider ways to continue protecting your family's spiritual well-being as you intentionally pursue God with your spouse and children. May your faith be present in every crack and cranny of your house, and may it lead the rhythms and routines within your home.
God bless you and yours in this Easter season filled with hope and new life!
“All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his great mercy that we have been born again, because God raised Jesus Christ from the dead. Now we live with great expectation, and we have a priceless inheritance—an inheritance that is kept in heaven for you, pure and undefiled, beyond the reach of change and decay. And through your faith, God is protecting you by his power until you receive this salvation, which is ready to be revealed on the last day for all to see.” 1 Peter 1:3-5 (NLT)
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Originally published Tuesday, 31 March 2026.
