“And the Lord spoke to Moses saying, ‘Speak to the children of Israel…these are My feasts.’” — Leviticus 23:1–2
Passover is more than a date on a calendar—it is a divine reminder of God’s power to deliver, protect, and redeem.
This year, Passover begins at sundown on April 1 and ends at sundown on April 2. While it commemorates a historical moment in the life of Israel, it also reveals a powerful spiritual truth that still applies to us today.
What is Passover?
Passover remembers the night in Exodus 12 when God delivered the Israelites from slavery in Egypt. After a series of plagues, God gave one final instruction:
Each household was to sacrifice a lamb and place its blood on the doorposts of their home. When the death angel passed through Egypt, any home covered by the blood would be passed over.
What a powerful image.
The judgment came—but it did not touch those covered by the blood.
Jesus and the Greater Deliverance
Passover doesn’t stop in Exodus. It points forward.
In the New Testament, we see that Jesus Christ becomes our Passover Lamb. Just as the lamb’s blood protected the Israelites, the blood of Jesus protects and redeems us from sin and death.
Because of Jesus:
- We are no longer slaves to sin
- We are delivered from spiritual bondage
- We are covered, protected, and redeemed
Passover is not just something that happened—it’s something we live in.
The Passover Seder Meal
Passover is traditionally observed through a Seder meal, a time of remembrance, storytelling, and thanksgiving. Each element on the table represents a part of the Exodus story—bitterness, suffering, deliverance, and hope.
But here’s what makes it personal:
This is not just about their story.
It’s about our story.
Giving Thanks During the Meal
During the Seder, families intentionally pause to give thanks—not just for deliverance, but even for the process that led to it.
Yes, even the plagues.
Why? Because every plague was God confronting what was holding His people captive. Each one was a step closer to freedom.
Here are meaningful ways you and your family can give thanks during your meal:
1. Thank God for What He Brought You Out Of
Take a moment and reflect:
- What has God delivered you from?
- What “Egypt” did He free you from?
Say it out loud:
“Lord, thank You for delivering me from ______.”
- Thank God for What Didn’t Touch You
Just like the Israelites, there were things happening all around them—but not in their homes.
Reflect on this:
- What could have taken you out, but didn’t?
- What did God protect you from that you didn’t even see?
“God, thank You for what passed over my life.”
- Thank God for the Process (Even the Hard Parts)
The plagues weren’t comfortable—but they were necessary.
Sometimes the things we go through are part of God breaking us free.
“Thank You, Lord, for using every situation to bring me into freedom.”
- Create a Family “Pass Over” Moment
This is powerful—especially for your household.
Go around the table and let each person say:
“Thank You, God, for passing over me and my family.”
You can even personalize it:
- “Thank You for passing over my health.”
- “Thank You for passing over my children.”
- “Thank You for passing over our home.”
We Are Passed Over Daily
Here’s the truth that brings it all together:
Because of the blood of Jesus, we are passed over every single day.
Not because we are perfect.
Not because we earned it.
But because we are covered.
Just like the Israelites, when God sees the blood—He passes over.
- Danger passes over
- Judgment passes over
- Death passes over
That doesn’t mean we won’t face challenges—but it means we are protected, covered, and redeemed in the middle of it all.
Make It Personal This Year
As you observe Passover, don’t just go through the motions.
Pause. Reflect. Give thanks.
Remember:
- God is still delivering
- God is still covering
- God is still passing over
And maybe this year, your greatest takeaway won’t just be what God did…
…but what He kept from happening.
Final Reflection
What has God passed over in your life?
Take a moment, write it down, speak it, and thank Him.
Because the same God who delivered Israel…
is still delivering you.
If this blessed you, share it with your family or read it together during your meal—and take time to truly reflect on the power of being covered by the blood.
