Judgment and Mercy
Read This Week: Exodus 12
During the night Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Up! Leave my people, you and the Israelites! Go, worship the Lord as you have requested. Take your flocks and herds, as you have said, and go. And also bless me.” The Egyptians urged the people to hurry and leave the country. “For otherwise,” they said, “we will all die!” – Exodus 12:31-33 NIV
Exodus 12 shows us the tension between divine judgment and mercy leading up to the departure of God’s people from bondage. This section describes how the Lord ultimately delivers His holy verdict upon Egypt, culminating in the excruciating death of every firstborn male, from Pharaoh’s own son to the prisoner in the dungeon. This act of judgment is really the culmination of the severity of Pharaoh’s disobedience and the consequence of rejecting God’s will.
Yet, in the middle of this judgment, the Scriptures show us a profound expression of God’s divine mercy. The Israelites are spared through the blood of the Passover lamb, which marks their homes and signifies their covenantal relationship with Yahweh. It serves as their mark of grace. This juxtaposition of judgment and mercy points to a deeper theological truth: God’s judgment is righteous, but His mercy offers redemption and salvation. The Passover lamb marked the Israelites’ doorposts and became a central symbol of salvation. The blood signifies protection and deliverance from death. This act foreshadows the sacrificial approach established later in the Law. It indicates the ultimate sacrifice of Christ, often called the Lamb of God in the New Testament. Just as the Passover lamb’s blood shielded the Israelites, the sacrifice of Jesus is seen as providing redemption from sin and eternal death.
Exodus 12 institutes the Passover as a lasting ordinance, requiring that future generations remember and celebrate this event. This call to remember is more than a mere ritual; it’s a call to live in constant awareness of God’s deliverance and faithfulness. Observing Passover is a way for the Israelites to maintain their identity and covenant relationship with God. This principle of remembrance underscores the importance of spiritual practice and nurturing of faith and connection to community.
In modern days, Passover serves as a reminder of God’s past acts of salvation and deliverance. Similarly, Christian practices such as Communion can be seen as a continuation of this remembrance. Engaging in regular observances helps to ground believers in their faith, providing tangible ways to experience and express their spiritual commitments. We are always invited to reflect on the themes of judgment and redemption in our faith. Just as the Israelites were spared through the blood of the lamb, believers are asked to reflect on their own spiritual journeys and experiences of God’s grace through Jesus. This observance can prompt personal repentance, renewed commitment, and gratitude for the ways in which divine mercy has been experienced in one’s own life.
Passover was not just an individual celebration but a communal one. It was an event that united the Israelites in their shared experience of freedom. Similarly, the family of God today can draw inspiration from this collective aspect of worship. Whether through our gatherings, group Bible study, or shared acts of service, building a sense of spiritual unity, generosity, and mutual support mirrors the communal dimension of the Passover. That is why the Christian community and coming together to worship God is so essential in the believer’s life.
The story of this chapter is deeply tied to the theme of our series and the journey to freedom from oppression for Israelites. In a broader context, it calls for awareness and action against injustice and standing up for God’s Word. For us, this can translate into active engagement in the mission of the gospel and the family of God. It calls for fellowship in Christ and the unbreakable bond of the Holy Spirit that brings us together. It also inspires us to advocate for the marginalized and work towards personal and spiritual freedom and equality in our various aspects and circles of influence. As the redeemed and freed people, we are responsible for telling others how they can experience salvation and liberty from the bondage of sin and pain.
This commitment to our calling might involve leaving our comfort zones, setting aside regular times for reflection and prayer, reading the Word, and serving others, which honors the Lord and His goodness to us in the past. God’s righteous judgment and mercy are both a reality and should ensure that our lives and actions align with the values and teachings derived from such sacred memories of His holiness and grace to us.
Exodus 12
A Memorial of Redemption
A time for us to remember and share about
God”s Deliverance and Salvation
Let”s worship the Lord
12:23 For the Lord will pass through to strike the Egyptians; and when He sees the blood on the lintel [above the entry way] and on the two doorposts, the Lord will pass over the door and will not allow [f]the destroyer to come into your houses to slay you.
12:26 When your children say to you, ‘What does this service mean to you?’ 27 you shall say, ‘It is the sacrifice of the Lord’s Passover, for He passed over the houses of the Israelites in Egypt when He struck the Egyptians, but spared our houses.’” And the people bowed [their heads] low and worshiped [God].
In Exodus chapter 12 the story continues about God setting His people free through the Passover and God blessed us today with Jesus” crucifixion it teaches us about Jesus setting us free,
People need Deliverance.
The Israelites applied the lambs blood to their door post, which saved them from the judgment of death.
Through Jesus’ blood people who believe are protected from judgment of eternal death.
Jesus sacrifice serves as a covering for sin, much like the lambs blood covered the Israelites from the angel of death.
In this chapter it’s a memorial feast from God. God wants them and us to remember how he delivered them and to share that with their children and with others.
Jesus wants us to remember what He did for us and continues to do for us.
At the last supper Jesus taught that the bread represented his body and the drink represented his blood, which would be shed to forgive sins.
Jesus knew that he was about to die on the cross to save people from their sins.
Jesus wanted his disciples and all those who believe in him to remember his sacrifice every time they ate and drink .
For us today always remember that we are saved by the blood of Jesus, He is the ultimate Lamb of God.
Knowing God cares and loves us so much that He blessed us with Jesus love coming here to saves us so we can be with them one day in heaven forever and ever, Thank you Father God with Your gift of Salvation.
Always know that He provides a way out
He Loves us, helps us as we walk with Him, talk to Him, listen and respond to Him, when we listen to Jesus , Jesus can help us and give us guidance through everything we are going through.
If you haven’t given your life, your heart to Jesus yet today’s the day.
God is calling to you to come into a relationship with Him.
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Thank you, father God that you always know where we’re at and what we need. Help us to go out and share the good news..
Love you Father God, Jesus and Your Holy Spirit. ❤️
This week in exorcist chapter 12 I got a song
Walking with our Lord
Let’s come together to worship our Lord Let’s come together to worship our Lord walking hand and hand every day with our Lord we are blessed because our Lord covers us so we can rest in his protection. Our Lord saves us our Lord saves us. don’t let Satan steal from you walk in Salvation with our Lord when people are trying to change your mind. Just know our Lord will provide a way out our Lord will set us free. He will set us free our Lord saves us our Lord saves us. Amen.
we have kindly blush because our Lord saves us he provides and he lives in us so let’s just go out and spread the good news
This week in exodus chapter 12 I got a song
Walking with our Lord
Let’s come together to worship our Lord Let’s come together to worship our Lord walking hand and hand every day with our Lord we are blessed because our Lord covers us so we can rest in his protection. Our Lord saves us our Lord saves us. don’t let Satan steal from you walk in Salvation with our Lord when people are trying to change your mind. Just know our Lord will provide a way out our Lord will set us free. He will set us free our Lord saves us our Lord saves us. Amen.
we are blessed because our Lord saves us he provides and he lives in us so let’s just go out and spread the good news
Exodus Chapter 12 Verse 11
And you shall eat it thus; [as fully prepared for a journey] your loins girded, your shoes on your feet, and your staff in your hand; and you shall eat it in haste. It is the Lord’s Passover.
~A New Start~
God Is Saying To Me:
My child, on your journey with me, time is of the essence. I may lead you to various people and circumstances, but always no strife and struggles do not come from me! You may question the path of the journey, but trust in faith that I will prepare you for the travels. Remain vigilant, hearing my voice and instructions and always be ready in a moment’s notice. If I lead you to it, I will lead you through it. There may be sacrifices, request for rapid preparation and readiness to follow my lead because brighter and more fruitful days lie awaiting for your deliverance from sin and the new way of living and resting in my protection ahead.
What This Means To Me:
1. God fulfills his promises.
2. God prepares us and protects us through new beginnings in our lives. He makes all things new as He rescues us.
3. He shows us how by faith to trust Him readily, moving forward with provision for a better life and sparing us by the mark of the blood through Jesus Christ.
Do you have traditions in your family? Do you celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, or other special occasions?
In our family, we love coming together to celebrate birthdays and holidays. One of our favorite traditions is picking out the slice of cake we want by sticking our finger in it, then giving a cheesy grin while someone snaps a picture. It’s a simple, fun way we connect during these moments.
For bigger celebrations, like Christmas, which marks the birth of Jesus, and Resurrection Sunday, when we honor the day Jesus rose from the dead, our family gathers together as well. These moments are about more than just holidays—they’re about celebrating our new life with God. We also hold special ceremonies like baptisms and baby dedications to mark these spiritual milestones.
Personally, I find great meaning in coming together to celebrate the Lord, our family, and our country. Memorial Day, for instance, is a time we honor veterans and those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. These moments of remembrance help us reflect on the values we hold dear.
Gathering together for celebrations—whether to honor those who’ve come before us or to connect with those in our lives now—adds a sense of joy, honor, and respect to our lives. Sharing a meal, having meaningful conversations, and observing little traditions make these occasions even more special.
1. Celebrating and remembering is essential. It grounds us in who we are and reminds us of what truly matters in life.
2. Coming together with God and the people we love isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s also incredibly fun and enriching. It fosters unity and togetherness.
3. It’s important to share these celebrations with others. Invite people to join in, so they, too, can be inspired and experience the beauty and truth these moments bring.
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In Exodus 12, this is what I got from God. Passover is a day to stop and remember that terrible price that Jesus Christ paid for you so death would pass you over. Through Christ you are freed from your sins. Flee from the sins of your old life the same way that the Jews fled from theirs in Egypt. You as believers are encouraged to come together and honor Christ’s sacrifice whenever you can. I want you to stay clean through the cleansing of Christ’s blood. I gave the blood of My first born son to allow judgement to pass over My believers. I specified that the sacrifices of the lamb had to be unblemished and no broken bones. Jesus was unblemished; He died on the cross without any of his bones being broken. Jesus lived as a holy sacrifice for you. He wants you live a holy life without blemish or sin for Him. It wasn’t just the Jews who killed Jesus, every believer killed Jesus with their sins. Your good works do not make you eligible to go to Heaven. It is only through your faith in Jesus that you are saved. His blood is on the door posts of your heart. I want your worship to remember Jesus’s suffering for you. What are you doing to thank Him? I want you to act quickly upon My calling in your life. If you long for the things of the world, it is time to remove those things from your life. Purge any sin from your household. Let Jesus wash the filth from the world from your life. I want every believer to warn the non-believers of the judgement of sin that awaits them. Flee from the things of the flesh that once had you in bondage. I want you to treat the communion that Jesus offers as holy. Be obedient in following My commandments.
What this said to me was Jesus sacrificed so much for me. I cannot take His blood and what He did for me for granted. I am to honor Him constantly. I want to live a holy life without blemish or sin for Him. I need to have my worship remember His suffering for me. I need to obey God and show others what He has done for me.