In the Old Testament, Passover marked the time when God delivered His people from bondage in Egypt. The cries of His children had risen to His throne and this was the moment God ordained for deliverance. But freedom didn’t come through a hero storming the gates, a rogue group of rebels or Robin Hood who stole from the rich to give to the poor. It came from a sacrifice. A sacrifice that only God could provide through the blood of a lamb. If you’re reading this on April 1st, Passover has begun in Jewish circles. A celebration and remembrance of what God had done.
As Believers, we don’t just look back to the miracles and wonders of Egypt. While those stories should stir our faith and awe of the Holy One, we look to the New Testament, to a different time and place to celebrate. We look to Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God who took away the sins of the world by dying on a cross in our place and rising again on the third day.
Israel, in their history, would be enslaved again (after Egypt) because of disobedience. But what Christ did for us was forever. A freedom from sin, guilt and eternal death. A provision and gift no one could earn, but would be offered to all.
This April, as we reflect on Passover and celebrate what Christ did for us on the cross, may we never lose sight of the cost of that freedom. The Lamb was slain, but He lives. And because He lives, we are free indeed. These themes of the lamb, the cross, resurrection and forgiveness are the foundation Gospel music is built on. No matter what quartet or trio you tune into, they will primarily be singing about those things the Lord has done. I am so grateful for the songwriters and artists who still sing about the cross and remind others of the riches we have in those truths. True freedom only comes through Christ and His finished work.
Happy Resurrection Day!
