Easter Sunday Night Prayer: Celebrating the Power of the Risen Christ:
Heavenly Father,
We thank You for this glorious Easter Sunday. As the day draws to a close, we come into Your presence with hearts full of gratitude for the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Thank You for the victory over sin, death, and the grave. We celebrate the empty tomb and the risen Savior who lives forevermore!
Just as the sun has set on this Resurrection Day, let every sorrow, defeat, and oppression in our lives also set. Let the light of Christ’s resurrection shine into our souls and fill our night with peace, joy, and divine assurance.
Scripture Reading and Reflections
1. John 11:25-26 (NIV)
“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?’”
2. Romans 6:9 (NLT)
“Christ was raised from the dead, and he will never die again. Death no longer has any power over him.”
3. Philippians 3:10 (ESV)
“That I may know him and the power of his resurrection…”
Prayer Points for Easter Sunday Night
1. Thanksgiving for the Resurrection
Lord Jesus,
We praise You for conquering death and rising on the third day. We are grateful for the gift of eternal life through Your sacrifice. Thank You for giving us a living hope and making us partakers of Your resurrection power.
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.”
— 1 Peter 1:3
2. Prayer for Spiritual Renewal and Revival
Father,
As we remember the resurrection, renew our spirits and ignite a fresh fire in our hearts. Revive every dry area in our walk with You. Let the power that raised Jesus from the dead stir up new life, new passion, and new obedience in us.
“If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he… will also give life to your mortal bodies.”
— Romans 8:11
3. Prayer for Victory and Breakthrough
O Lord,
We declare total victory over every power of darkness. Let every tomb of limitation, fear, depression, and delay be rolled away by the power of the resurrected Christ. We walk in breakthrough and dominion from this night forward.
“He disarmed the rulers and authorities and put them to open shame, by triumphing over them in him.”
— Colossians 2:15
4. Prayer for Peace and Divine Rest
Prince of Peace,
As we sleep tonight, let the peace of the risen Lord calm every storm in our minds and hearts. Remove anxiety, and cover us with divine rest. May angels encamp around us as we dwell in Your presence.
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you… Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
— John 14:27
5. Prayer for Manifestation of Resurrection Power
Almighty God,
Let the resurrection power that brought Jesus out of the grave be manifest in our health, our homes, our careers, and our ministries. We decree and declare life, fruitfulness, and supernatural turnaround in every area.
“You will not abandon me to the realm of the dead, nor will you let your faithful one see decay.”
— Psalm 16:10
Prophetic Declarations
Declare these aloud with bold faith:
I declare that because Christ lives, I will live in victory, joy, and fulfillment.
I prophesy that every dead dream and buried potential in my life is resurrected in Jesus’ name.
I decree that the power of the grave is broken — I will not be held down by sin, fear, or delay.
I speak divine acceleration, restoration, and favor into my destiny.
I declare this new resurrection season marks a new beginning for my family and me.
I proclaim the blood of Jesus covers my sleep tonight — no evil shall befall me.
I decree that the same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead is quickening my body, mind, and spirit.
I confess that from this night, I rise into new levels of grace, purpose, and divine encounters.
I declare open doors, divine connections, and supernatural testimonies in this resurrection season.
I boldly say, Jesus is alive, and I am alive in Him — therefore, I will not fear tomorrow!
Closing Prayer
Father,
As we rest tonight under the banner of Resurrection Sunday, we lay down with confidence in Your finished work. Let this night mark the beginning of new glory in our lives. Just as the stone was rolled away, roll away every burden, obstacle, and sorrow from our path.
Thank You for the cross. Thank You for the empty tomb. Thank You for eternal life.
In Jesus’ mighty name, we pray. Amen.