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The Bread and Wine of Passover

Sermon by David C. Grabbe

In the New Covenant church, as revealed in Scripture, there are few rituals, yet those that exist hold profound significance. Among these, the bread and wine of Passover stand out as essential practices instituted by God. These elements are not merely symbolic but are intended by Him to be physically observed, serving as effective teaching instruments to deepen our understanding and connection with Him. The bread and wine of Passover are central to this ritual, uniting us in fellowship with God and with one another who partake of them. The bread, symbolizing the body of Christ, represents life and sustenance, drawing from its cultural importance as a staple food considered a gift from heaven. It signifies the sinless life of Christ, which strengthens us spiritually as we partake, joining us to His living presence and fostering an ongoing relationship with Him. This act of eating the bread reflects a shared communion, emphasizing life over death, and points to the future fulfillment in the Kingdom. Likewise, the wine, representing the blood of Christ, symbolizes the New Covenant sealed by His sacrifice. It embodies a pledge of God's faithfulness and the promise of eternal life, enhancing the quality of our existence beyond physical satisfaction to a spiritual rejoicing. The wine, as the blood of the covenant, signifies not only remission of sins but also God's commitment to perfect us, an ongoing process that culminates in the future Kingdom when Passover will be fully realized. Together, the bread and wine form a sacrificial meal that signifies God's acceptance and His pleasure in our presence. They are a solemn yet joyful celebration of peace, well-being, and communion with Him and with fellow believers. Through these elements, we are reminded of Christ's death that sealed the covenant, and we express gratitude for the spiritual abundance and hope that stem from God's unwavering faithfulness. However, we must guard against observing this ritual on autopilot, ensuring that our participation is mindful and engaged, lest the intended significance and transformative effect He desires be lost. Our approach to the bread and wine must reflect a deep appreciation, as our conduct and relationships throughout the year reveal the true value we place on this covenantal bond with Him.

Passover: An Extraordinary Peace Offering

Sermon by David C. Grabbe

The Passover sacrifice is basically unconnected with atonement, but represents the peace and security which attends fellowship with God because of His acceptance.

Was Jesus Christ's Body Broken? (Part Three)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

Christ's body was not broken, and the bread of Passover, broken so it can be shared, is a symbol of being joined to His sinless life rather than death.

How Often Should We Partake of the Lord's Supper?

Herbert W. Armstrong Booklet

The biblical proof that God's people should keep the Passover (the Lord's Supper), explaining that it occurs annually on the evening of Nisan 14.

How Do We Keep God's Festivals?

'Ready Answer' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Here are the foundational principles to keep in mind in observing the Feasts of God throughout the year.

Why Passover and Not Easter?

CGG Weekly by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Catholic Church did not forbid keeping the Passover until AD 325. The controversy over Passover or Easter boils down to following Scripture or Roman tradition.

Passover of the Most High God

'Ready Answer' by David C. Grabbe

Among God's many titles is one that proclaims His supremacy over all others: 'God Most High.' It provides confidence in God's governance of our lives.

The Lesson of the Night to be Much Observed

Sermonette by John W. Ritenbaugh

The same God who exercised vigilance and care over our forebears does so over us. Israel's leaving Egypt signifies maintaining the relationship with God.

According to His Pleasure

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

God 'took pleasure' in Christ's being bruised, not in the pain and suffering that His Son endured, but in the ultimate goal of adding to His Family.

The Wavesheaf and the Selfsame Day

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The wavesheaf offering is reckoned from the weekly Sabbath within the Days of Unleavened Bread. It had specific requirements that were not met in Joshua 5.

The Awesome Cost of Salvation

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

We need to be sobered at the awesomeness of the cost to set us free from sin—what the Creator endured. We have been purchased, and are obliged to our Purchaser.

Approaching God Through Christ (Part Seven)

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

We have access to a Trailblazer, who has gone before us to show us the way. The only way can have fellowship with the Father is through Jesus Christ.

Approaching God Through Christ (Part Four)

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Jesus Christ is symbolized by the table of showbread in the Tabernacle, having gold utensils and vessels for bread and wine, symbolizing our fellowship with God.