A butterfly, an Easter egg (Signs of new life)

Carey Landry wrote this gentle children’s hymn to teach young believers about the meaning of new life in Christ. Using simple and familiar images, such as butterflies and Easter eggs, the hymn helps children understand the spiritual truth that the resurrection of Jesus brings transformation, hope, and renewal. The hymn serves as a teaching tool that connects everyday symbols of springtime with the deeper message of the Gospel. Its tone is warm, inviting, and filled with a sense of discovery, making it easy for children to grasp the idea that faith in Christ changes the heart and brings a new beginning.

The hymn is rooted in the biblical truth found in 2 Corinthians 5:17, which declares that anyone who is in Christ is a new creature and that old things pass away while all things become new. Landry takes this spiritual principle and expresses it through imagery that resonates with young minds. A butterfly emerging from a cocoon becomes a picture of transformation, and an Easter egg becomes a sign of life and promise. These symbols are woven into the hymn to help children visualize the spiritual renewal that Christ brings.

As the hymn unfolds, it encourages reflection on the hope that Easter brings. Children are reminded that Jesus conquered death and now offers new life to all who believe. The song gently leads them to see that the signs of new life around them, such as flowers blooming or butterflies flying, point to the greater miracle of Christ rising from the grave. This makes the hymn not only a teaching moment but also a worship experience that lifts the heart toward gratitude.

The closing thoughts of the hymn focus on the joy of belonging to Jesus. Children learn that through His resurrection they can walk in newness of life, grow in faith, and reflect His love to others. The song becomes a celebration of God’s grace and a reminder that new life through Christ is a gift for every believer, no matter how young. Through its tender imagery and clear message, A Butterfly, an Easter Egg continues to help children understand the hope and wonder of the resurrection.