Passover

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April 1, 2026 (Observed evening before)

"For indeed Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us" (1 Corinthians 5:7).

Keeping the Passover each year reminds us that God is the forgiver of sin who grants us eternal life in His Kingdom through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, our Passover. This observance is a memorial of our Creator's continuing role in humanity's salvation.

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Passover Symbols Why We Do, What We Do

Since many will be keeping Passover at home for the first time, this message helps explain why we choose the type of wine that we do. What to do with the unused bread and wine. How to dispose of it…
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Passover Preparation Part 3 Embracing A Hands-On Passover

In this time of quarantine, we'll be keeping Passover in our homes, and need to do all the preparation for Passover ourselves. Historically the people of Israel were very involved in both preparing and keeping the Passover. We can embrace…
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Consider the Inside of your Cup

Humanity tends to focus on the surface of things, but God is asking us to dig deep and see where we fall short - especially, in His eyes. Repentance is a beautiful process that we are invited to take part…
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Passover: What was Jesus Thinking?

On the eve of Christ’s sacrifice He instituted the new symbols of the Passover. What was He thinking at this time? Upon what were His thoughts resting?
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Who Was Moses?

How could an abandoned baby become one of the greatest leaders ever known? An immigrant family’s son rose to national power in a foreign land and became known as the greatest prophet of all time—other than Jesus. Why should this…
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The Shed Blood of Jesus Christ Has Deep Spiritual Meaning for the Christian

This sermon will examine our understanding of the significance of Christ's shed blood.
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The New Testament Passover Symbols Part 2 of 2

The second sermon on the symbols of the New Testament Passover.
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Your Place at the Table

David Jones describes how the Passover meal would have been setup that evening with Christ and His disciples and how the positions of where they sat around the table that evening had meaning and gave significance to what was spoken…
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The Meaning of Passover

When you hear the word Passover, what do you think? Its story...Past, Present and Future
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Take Stock

Are you aware of your strengths and weaknesses?
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Easter: Why Shouldn’t We Celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection?

How can someone be Christian and not celebrate Jesus’ resurrection? This is a common question facing followers of Jesus Christ who do not observe Easter—one that certainly deserves an answer.
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Coronavirus: What’s Humility Got to Do With It?

The nation has been gripped by the COVID-19 virus that continues to “gallop” across the globe. It’s a situation unlike anything we’ve seen before, and politicians, scientists, and doctors are grappling on how to “stop the spread.” Talks about vaccines…
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Essentials For Taking The Passover

The church of God alone presents an understanding of the historical setting and framework for the plan of salvation including the need and importance of the Passover. Four great essentials help prepare us to eat and drink the Passover before…
Psalm 22:14 gives us insight as to what Christ was thinking at that time—"I am poured out like water, and all my bones are out of joint, my heart is like wax; it is melted in the midst of my bowels.”
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The Last Words of Christ

Have you ever thought about what your last words would be before you die? Most people don’t. One’s last words can have meaning. The most profound example of someone whose words and actions changed history for the better is Jesus...
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Passover Preparation

We are still in school when it comes to our spiritual development. God wants us to review these lessons every year to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for His Holy Days and what they picture.
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The God who Interrupts Us for His Glory and Our Good

The Corona Virus has interrupted global society and our personal lives. Humanly, we are creatures of habit and change disrupts us. A careful reflection of Scriptures tells us God interrupts both human civilizations and the lives of covenant people. Partaking…
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Realigned with God through Christ

Complex entities require harmonious precision in order to function effectively. Your body, the solar system, your car's engine, your family, and the Body of Christ of which you are an integral part are examples. Complex elements need to remain in…
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Christ's Death, Resurrection and Ascension

April 12, 2020 at 6:32 here in Portsmouth, they will be celebrating Easter. This is when they say Christ rose from the dead. We believe they have it wrong. Wednesday, Nisan 14, 31 A.D. Christ died. 3 days later He…
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Passover Preparation Part 2 Characteristics of a Sacrificial Life

As we prepare for the Passover, we need to study not only the death of Christ, but His life. His life shows us how we are to be. We are to be living sacrifices, and this message outlines several characteristics…
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Context for the Passover Feasts of the Lord

Philip Aust, pastor of the Atlanta and Buford congregations, provides the historical context of the first Passover and the application for New Testament Christians as described in the gospels and by Paul in 1 Corinthians 11.
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