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Don't Go Out of the House!
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughIn Exodus 12:22-23 and 27, God commands the Israelites not to go out of the house during the Passover, a directive laden with profound symbolism for us today. The door, representing the entire house, is central to this instruction, with emphasis placed on the blood applied to the doorposts and lintel. If the destroying angel could not pass the door marked by blood, he could not enter the house, ensuring safety within. Historical insights suggest the Passover lamb was slain at the door, its blood puddling on the threshold, then splashed on the doorposts and lintel using hyssop, completely surrounding the entrance with blood. This ensured no entry for the destroyer, as the blood formed an impenetrable barrier. God's specific command not to leave until morning preserves this powerful type, teaching a vital lesson for us in times of trouble: remain within the protective bounds symbolized by the house and the blood.
Christ's Death, Resurrection, and Ascension
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughJesus perfectly fulfilled the Old Testament types, slain as the Passover Lamb, resurrected with the cutting of the wavesheaf, and ascended to His Father at the time of the waving of the sheaf.
Don't Leave the House!
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAs part of Christ's body or household, we have a responsibility to stay attached to the spiritual organism and to respond to the head.
Purge Me With Hyssop
Article by StaffThe Bible frequently uses the hyssop plant as a symbol of cleansing and purification. In relation to Christ's sacrifice, this herb has a connection to the Passover.
Passover (Part Four)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe proponents of a 15th Passover discount clear scriptural details and instead speculate. One cannot build doctrines on implication, distortion, and traditions.
Go Not Out of the House
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFor Passover, Israel was commanded not to go out of their houses. This is also a warning to Christians when we understand the implications of the word 'house'.
The First Day of Unleavened Bread (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPassover takes place at twilight as the 14th of Abib begins. Unleavened Bread begins 24 hours later on the 15th of Abib. The Passover is a preparation day.
Truly Unleavened
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughGod has imputed righteousness to us as His Children because we are in Christ. Our state before God is unleavened provided we maintain this relationship.
Passover (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughSome believe in a late-14th Passover on the basis of II Chronicles 35:10-11, but this overlooks the context. The Passover was originally a home-based observance.
Holy Days: Passover
Bible Study by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Passover commemorates the first steps God took to lead His people from the world toward ever-closer fellowship with Him and His Son, Jesus Christ.
Doors
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityDoors serve practical purposes, offering privacy, security, and comfort by keeping out unwanted elements or people while also carrying symbolic weight.
The Scepter, Duty, and the Days of Unleavened Bread
Sermon by Mark SchindlerGod has honored His promise to David that He would always provide a member of his family to sit on the throne of Judah. The heirs to David's scepter live today.
Matthew (Part Twenty-Three)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughThe apostles' inability to drive out the demon teaches that faith is not a constant factor; it will deteriorate if it not exercised through prayer and fasting.
Places of Safety (Part One)
Sermonette by Ryan McClureGod see His Holy Days (include the weekly Sabbath) as typical places of safety. Such occasions foreshadow a time when the wolf and lamb dwell together.
The Covenants, Grace, and Law (Part Six)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughCircumcision is a token, sign, or seal that one was the heir of Abraham. No physical sign has the power to transfer righteousness to the doer.