I. Introduction: Palm Sunday & Passover

Palm Sunday – Jesus enters Jerusalem as King (Matthew 21:1-11).
Passover – Remembering God’s deliverance of Israel (Exodus 12:1-14).
Connection: Jesus chose Passover to establish the Lord’s Supper, showing that He is the true Passover Lamb.

II. The First Passover: Salvation Through the Blood of the Lamb (Exodus 12:1-14)

God commanded each household to sacrifice a spotless lamb.
The blood on the doorposts protected them from judgment.
The meal marked their deliverance from slavery in Egypt.
Foreshadowing: This pointed ahead to Jesus, the Lamb of God (John 1:29).

✝️ Reflection: How does Jesus’ sacrifice deliver us from sin?

III. Jesus, Our Passover Lamb (Luke 22:7-20)

At the Last Supper, Jesus redefined the Passover meal.
- Bread: “This is My body, given for you.”
- Cup: “This is My blood, shed for you.”
Instead of remembering Egypt, Jesus calls us to remember Him.
His sacrifice on the cross brings true deliverance from sin and death.

✝️ Reflection: What does it mean for you personally that Jesus gave His body and blood for you?

IV. The Lord’s Supper: Our Participation in Christ (1 Corinthians 5:7-8)

Paul’s words: “Christ, our Passover Lamb, has been sacrificed.”
The Lord’s Supper is a time to:
✅ Remember Christ’s sacrifice.
✅ Reflect on our faith and obedience.
✅ Renew our commitment to Christ.
✅ Proclaim His return (1 Corinthians 11:26).

✝️ Reflection: How should taking the Lord’s Supper shape the way we live daily?

V. Palm Sunday: The King Who Came to Die

The crowd shouted “Hosanna!” but later cried “Crucify Him!”
Jesus entered Jerusalem as King, but He came to be sacrificed.
He is both the Lion of Judah and the Lamb who was slain.

✝️ Reflection: Are you truly welcoming Jesus as King in your life?

VI. Invitation to the Table (1 Corinthians 11:27-29)

Examine your heart before taking the Lord’s Supper.
Confess sin, seek forgiveness, and come in gratitude.
As we partake, we proclaim: “Christ, our Passover Lamb, has been sacrificed!”

🍞 Now, let us take the Lord’s Supper together.

Final Reflection & Application:

1️⃣ How does the Passover deepen your understanding of Jesus’ sacrifice?
2️⃣ What does the Lord’s Supper mean to you personally?
3️⃣ How can you live daily in response to Christ’s sacrifice?

🙏 Closing Prayer & Worship

Bible Study: The Lord’s Supper—Our Passover Lamb

A 3-Day Study to Reflect, Apply, and Prepare for Easter

Day 1: The First Passover—God’s Deliverance

📖 Read: Exodus 12:1-14

🔎 Hebrew Word Study:
- פֶּסַח (Pesach) – “Passover”
- Means “to pass over” or “to spare.”
- God “passed over” the houses marked by the blood of the lamb, sparing them from judgment.

Reflection:

How does the blood of the Passover lamb foreshadow Jesus’ sacrifice?
What does it mean to be “covered by the blood” spiritually today?
In what ways has God delivered you from bondage like He delivered Israel?

🛠 Application:
- Identify one area in your life where you need to trust in Christ’s deliverance.
- Pray and surrender that area to God today.

Day 2: Jesus, the True Passover Lamb

📖 Read: Luke 22:7-20

🔎 Greek Word Study:
- Διαθήκη (diathēkē) – “Covenant”
- Jesus says, “This cup is the new covenant in My blood.” (Luke 22:20)
- A covenant is a binding agreement; Jesus’ death establishes a new relationship between God and His people.

Reflection:

Why did Jesus use the Passover meal to establish the Lord’s Supper?
How does the Lord’s Supper remind us of our covenant with Christ?
What personal meaning does communion hold for you?

🛠 Application:
- Next time you take the Lord’s Supper, focus on the covenant Jesus made with you.
- Thank Him in prayer for securing your salvation with His blood.

Day 3: Preparing for Easter—Victory Through the Cross

📖 Read: 1 Corinthians 5:7-8 & John 1:29

🔎 Greek Word Study:
- Ἀμνὸς τοῦ Θεοῦ (Amnos tou Theou) – “Lamb of God”
- John the Baptist calls Jesus “the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29).
- This directly connects Jesus to the Passover lamb, showing He is our ultimate sacrifice.

Reflection:

What does it mean that Christ is your Passover Lamb?
How does this deepen your anticipation of Easter?
How should knowing Christ’s sacrifice change the way you live daily?

🛠 Application:
- Prepare your heart for Easter by reflecting on Jesus’ victory over sin and death.
- Spend time in prayer, thanking Him for His sacrifice and resurrection.

Looking Ahead to Easter

Jesus’ journey didn’t end at the Last Supper—it led to the cross and the empty tomb! As we approach Easter, let’s carry these truths in our hearts:
✅ Jesus is our Passover Lamb who died for us.
✅ His blood delivers us from sin and death.
✅ Through His resurrection, we have victory!

🙏 Prayer Challenge: Each day leading up to Easter, pray with gratitude for Christ’s sacrifice and ask God to prepare your heart to celebrate His resurrection.

💡 Discussion Question for Easter: What does the resurrection mean for you personally?

➡️ Join us next Sunday as we celebrate the Risen Savior!