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Introduction:

Briefly recount the context of the passage: the Israelites are on the verge of their deliverance from Egypt. Highlight the significance of the instructions given in these verses as a preparation for their liberation. Emphasize the theme: God’s deliverance requires remembrance and obedience.

I. The Significance of the Memorial (Exodus 12:14–15)

A. Establishing a Memorial (v. 14)

God instructs the Israelites to celebrate this day as a permanent ordinance. This is not just a historical event but a perpetual reminder of God’s faithfulness and deliverance.

B. The Role of Unleavened Bread (v. 15)

Leaven (yeast) symbolizes sin, pride, and corruption in Scripture. The removal of leaven represents the need for purity and the haste in which they left Egypt.

Application:

How do we establish memorials in our own lives to remember God’s work? Challenge the congregation to remove ‘leaven’ (sin) from their lives as an act of dedication to God.

II. The Importance of Holy Assembly (Exodus 12:16–17)

A. Setting Apart Days for Worship (v. 16)

The first and seventh days are holy assemblies with no work except preparing food. These assemblies are communal acts of worship and reflection.

B. The Continuity of the Feast (v. 17)

This observance is tied directly to God’s act of bringing them out of Egypt. The Feast of Unleavened Bread is a lasting ordinance, a generational call to remember God’s salvation.

Application:

Encourage the congregation to prioritize communal worship and rest in their busy lives. Reflect on the importance of celebrating our own deliverance through Christ.

III. Obedience in the Details (Exodus 12:18–20)

A. Specific Instructions (v. 18–19)

God provides specific dates and guidelines for the feast, showing the importance of following His commands fully. Strict warnings are given for disobedience, emphasizing the seriousness of these instructions.

B. A Call to Distinction (v. 20)

Eating unleavened bread in all their dwellings symbolizes a lifestyle set apart from others, even including aliens and natives. This distinction marks them as God’s people, identified by their obedience.

Application:

How detailed is our obedience to God? Do we follow His commands fully or selectively? The call to holiness is not optional; it’s a defining mark of God’s people.

IV. The Blood of the Lamb: Protection and Deliverance (Exodus 12:21–22)

A. The Sacrifice of the Passover Lamb (v. 21)

Moses instructs the elders to slay the Passover lamb as a pivotal act of obedience. The lamb represents Christ, our ultimate Passover lamb.

B. The Application of the Blood (v. 22)

Hyssop is used to apply the blood to the lintel and doorposts, symbolizing cleansing and protection. The command to stay inside signifies the safety found only under the covering of the blood.

Application:

Connect the symbolism of the Passover lamb to Jesus Christ, our sacrifice for deliverance. Encourage the congregation to apply the blood of Christ in their lives for protection and salvation.

Conclusion:

Summarize the key points: remembrance, obedience, holiness, and the blood of the lamb. Challenge the congregation to make these principles part of their daily walk with God. End with a call to reflect on God’s deliverance in their own lives and to commit to living a life that honors that deliverance.