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Why Was Jesus Not Crucified as Passover Began? (Part Two)
'Ready Answer' by David C. GrabbeThe timing of Christ's crucifixion on the afternoon of Abib 14 points to significant events centuries before the Passover in Egypt, specifically to the promises God made to Abraham and the preparations for their covenant. In Genesis 14-15, during the daylight portion of the 14th in Abraham's day, a conversation about inheriting the land occurred, followed by Abraham dividing and arranging the animals at God's command in preparation for the covenant. This covenant, made on the very same day as later events tied to the Passover and Exodus, underscores the deep connection between God's promises to Abraham and the ultimate sacrifice of Christ on that specific afternoon of Abib 14. Christ's sacrifice, confirming the New Covenant, occurred on the anniversary of God's covenantal promise to Abraham, drawing attention to the eternal inheritance promised to Abraham and his spiritual seed.
Atonement Goats and Passover Lambs
Sermonette by David C. GrabbeThe Day of Atonement is not about Satan, but about the complete cleansing from sins through Christ. The Passover is not a sin offering, but a peace offering.
The Lesson of the Night to be Much Observed
Sermonette by John W. RitenbaughThe same God who exercised vigilance and care over our forebears does so over us. Israel's leaving Egypt signifies maintaining the relationship with God.
The Wavesheaf and the Selfsame Day
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe 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 Night to be Much Observed
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe Night Much to be Observed is a memorial of the covenant with Abraham, and God's watchfulness in delivering ancient Israel as well as spiritual Israel.