◄ Exodus 12:5 ►
Your lamb must be an unblemished year-old male, and you may take it from the sheep or the goats. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Exodus 12:5? 2. Why is the lamb required to be "without blemish" in Exodus 12:5? 3. How does Exodus 12:5 foreshadow Christ's sacrifice as the "spotless lamb"? 4. What does "a year-old male" signify in the context of Exodus 12:5? 5. How can we apply the principle of offering our best to God today? 6. How does Exodus 12:5 connect to the concept of purity in worship? 7. Why is a year-old male lamb without blemish required in Exodus 12:5? 8. How does Exodus 12:5 foreshadow the concept of Jesus as the Lamb of God? 9. What is the significance of choosing a lamb or goat in Exodus 12:5? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 12? 11. Is Jesus considered the Passover Lamb? 12. What is the concept of vicarious atonement? 13. Is Jesus considered the Passover Lamb? 14. What does "Agnus Dei" mean? Discussion Questions 1. How does the requirement for an unblemished lamb in Exodus 12:5 reflect God's standards for holiness and purity in our lives today? 2. In what ways does the Passover lamb serve as a foreshadowing of Jesus Christ's sacrifice on the cross? 3. How can we apply the principle of obedience demonstrated by the Israelites in selecting the Passover lamb to our daily walk with God? 4. What are some practical ways we can live out the purity and holiness that the unblemished lamb symbolizes in our personal and communal lives? 5. How do the connections between the Passover lamb and Jesus as the Lamb of God enhance our understanding of the New Testament's message of salvation? Exodus 12 Bible Study Questions 1. What does the Passover symbolize in the lives of the Israelites and what relevance does it have in the life of a modern Christian? 2. How does the notion of obedience, as exemplified in this chapter, apply to present-day living? 3. In what ways do the specifics of the Passover meal reflect the situation the Israelites were in? 4. How does the event of the first Passover teach us about God's justice and mercy? 5. How can the deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt inspire us in times of personal adversity? 6. What might be the symbolism of the unblemished lamb in the context of Christian faith? 7. How do the acts of faith by the Israelites apply to us in modern times? 8. How can the Exodus event inspire a belief in divine providence during difficult times? 9. What do you think the reaction of the Israelites upon receiving the divine instructions teaches us about faith and obedience? 10. How does the LORD's protection of the Israelites' homes during the Passover relate to God's protection in your life? 11. How can you relate Pharaoh's decision to let the Israelites go to instances of liberation in your life? 12. How does the generosity of the Egyptians during the Israelites' departure illustrate the concept of restitution? 13. How does the experience of the Israelites in Egypt relate to the concept of perseverance? 14. How do the meticulous instructions about the Passover reflect on the importance of details in our obedience to God's word? 15. How does the story of the Exodus demonstrate the power of communal faith and obedience? 16. Why do you think the observance of Passover was made a permanent statute for the Israelites? 17. How does the account of the Passover instruct us on the importance of rituals and traditions in our spiritual journey? 18. What are some of the personal "Egypts" or places of bondage that you feel God is calling you out of today? 19. What does the concept of "divine distinction" (between Egypt and Israel) mean to you in a modern context? 20. How can you apply the principle of faith, as demonstrated by the Israelites during the Passover, to your personal life challenges today? Links Exodus 12:5 NIV Exodus 12:5 NLT Exodus 12:5 ESV Exodus 12:5 NASB Exodus 12:5 KJV Exodus 12:5 Commentaries Bible Hub