The Passover Research Paper

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The Passover gives the greatest insight in the work of Christ on the cross in the Old Testament.
God had to redeem Israel from the slavery of Egypt.
The Passover was the fulfillment of a prophecy given to Abram (Abraham) by God.
The people had to follow God’s instructions exactly.
The lamb had to be without spot or blemish.
Anyone who left the safety of the house marked with blood would die.
The same movement of God that saved also judged and condemned those who rejected the plan of salvation.
God sanctified the firstborn unto Himself.

Study: Genesis 15:13-14, Exodus 11:1-10, 12:1-13, 12:29-42

Introduction
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Well, the Jews, or Israelites, have a very special day. This is called the Passover. Today, we will read the story behind this holiday.
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In every house that did not have the blood on the door, someone died. Death passed through the nation that night, and only those who had the blood between them and death were safe. Have you ever heard a preacher say that you need the blood of Christ to be safe from death? Here we can see how this works. God’s judgment on people for sin is coming to everyone. This judgment is death. But you can be protected by the blood of a perfect, spotless sacrifice. This perfect sacrifice is Christ, who poured out His blood on the cross to stand between us and death. When we accept Christ and apply His blood to the door of our heart, then we are safe from God’s

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