🐑 The Lamb
📖 Exodus 12:3–6
📖 Exodus 12:3–6
What kind of lamb did they need?
A lamb without blemish / perfect
What did they put on the doorposts?
Blood of the lamb
What did they eat with the lamb?
Unleavened bread and bitter herbs
How were they supposed to eat the meal?
Ready to leave (shoes on, staff in hand
Who is the “Lamb of God”?
Jesus Christ
How many families shared one lamb?
One household (one lamb per house)
What would happen when the Lord saw the blood?
He would pass over the house.
Why was there no yeast?
They had to leave quickly
What did Egypt represent for the Israelites?
Bondage / slavery
What does the word Atonement mean?
He paid the price for our sins / made it possible to return to God.
When was the lamb killed?
At twilight / evening
What was the blood protecting them from?
death
Bitter herbs reminded them of what?
Their suffering in Egypt.
What does Egypt represent for us?
Sin / the world / things that trap us.
What kinds of things can Jesus save us from?
Possible answers:
• Sin
• Sadness
• Mistakes
• Death
Why do you think the lamb had to be perfect?
Jesus lived a perfect, sinless life.
How is this like Jesus helping protect us?
His Atonement protects us from sin & spiritual death.
Why do you think God wanted them to remember their suffering?
So they would remember God saved them.
What does it mean to follow Jesus right away?
Don’t delay repentance.
How does Jesus save us today?
Lead to repentance, grace, forgiveness.
What New Testament name for Jesus connects to this symbol?
The Lamb of God
How do we “put His blood on our door” today?
• Repentance
• Sacrament
• Baptism
• Following Him
What ordinance today helps us remember Jesus’ sacrifice?
The Sacrament
You feel prompted to stop doing something wrong but it’s hard.
Q: What would “leaving Egypt quickly” look like?
Discuss.
Possible answers:
talking to bishop
stop doing what is wrong right away
ask for help through prayer
Why are YOU personally grateful for the Savior?
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