Scripture gives us many examples from the past that we might learn from, as well as revealing the plans God has in store for the future. But its most impactful quality is the clear expectations for our behavior in the world today.
The Feast of Unleavened Bread is more than an historical ritual reminding us of past events. It is a reflection on the foundational truths of the Christian Faith.
Before He left this earth, Jesus laid the foundations for His church. He had a clear vision of what that body would accomplish in His absence. How well do we measure up to His expectations?
Hidden within the instructions for observing these “sacred assemblies,” we are given clues to a much more important requirement that God makes of His people.
When God interacts with mankind, the line between justice, mercy and freewill gets blurred. He sometimes maneuvers people into position so His purposes can be accomplished. It takes faith to trust that all is working for our ultimate benefit.
Everybody loves a good romance story. But real life is not so easily scripted. Real people make mistakes that can ruin good relationships. But God is real too, and He is determined to redeem His people no matter how far they stray from Him.
Everybody needs a do over. Sometimes we mess things up so badly, the only way to make it right is to start over. Fortunately for us, God knows this and offers us the chance to rebuild our lives when things go wrong. In fact, He plans to start over once His work here on earth is accomplished.