When God’s Presence Goes Public (Pt. 3) | Resources
Intro
God announces the final plague—the death of the firstborn—and introduces the Passover.
Each Israelite household must sacrifice a lamb and apply its blood to their doorposts. When judgment comes, God will “pass over” the homes marked by the blood.
Salvation does not come through Israel’s strength or goodness but through the substitution of the lamb. God provides a covering so His people can escape judgment.
Quote
“The Passover lamb was a substitute. God accepted its death in place of the death of the firstborn.” – Philip Graham Ryken
Discussion/Reflection Questions
1. Why do you think God chose the image of a sacrificial lamb to explain salvation to His people?
2. The Israelites were saved not because they were better than the Egyptians, but because they trusted God’s provision. What does this teach us about the nature of salvation?
3. How does the Passover help you better understand what Jesus accomplished on the cross?
4. Imagine being an Israelite family on the night of Passover. What emotions do you think they had as they trusted God’s promise?
5. In what ways does remembering the cost of our salvation change the way we live our daily lives?
Supplemental Reading
Day 1: Isaiah 53:4–7
Day 2: John 1:29
Day 3: 1 Corinthians 5:7
Day 4: Hebrews 9:11–14
Day 5: 1 Peter 1:18–19
Prepare for Sunday: Exodus 12:29–13:22
Gospel Connection
The Passover directly points to Jesus Christ. Just as the lamb’s blood protected Israel from judgment, Jesus’ blood protects believers from the penalty of sin. The New Testament explicitly identifies Jesus as “the Lamb of God” and “our Passover lamb” (1 Corinthians 5:7). Salvation is not achieved through effort but received through faith in the sacrifice God provides.
Response
Pray: Thank God for the sacrifice of Christ and ask Him to deepen your gratitude for the cross.
Do: Share the gospel with someone this week by explaining how Jesus is our Passover Lamb.