Whether or not a Christian celebrates Passover would be a matter of conscience for the individual Christian. Like all the Old Testament Jewish Feasts, the Passover Feast was a foreshadowing of Christ’s atoning work on the cross. Colossians 2:16-17 tells us that we should “let no one judge you in food or in drink, or regarding a festival or a new moon or Sabbaths, which are a shadow of things to come, but the substance is of Christ” (NKJV). Christians are no longer bound to observe the Passover feast the way the Old Testament Jews were, but they should not look down upon another believer who does or does not observe the Passover or other special Jewish days and feasts (Romans 14:5).
While it is not required for Christians to celebrate the Passover, it is beneficial to study it and could be beneficial to celebrate it if it leads to a greater understanding and appreciation for Christ’s death and resurrection. The Passover is a wonderful picture of Christ’s atonement for His people and His deliverance of us from the bondage of sin. That is something we should celebrate every day of our lives.
Adapted from gotquestions.org
I appreciate the spiritual significance that these feasts represent in my life. Passover is not the only feast the Jews celebrate and there are many things to be learned by the studying of each one.
ReplyDeleteI am so thankful for the sacrifice that Jesus Christ made on my behalf. That He was willing to leave heaven and become a man, grow and experience all things, then to ultimately give his life, so that I can live. It's just something that touches me every time I think of ALL that He did for me. He is the Passover Lamb, He is the Blood that covers, He is the only One that saves. We must daily remember that sacrifice and live worthy of the One who gave His all for us.
Thank you for sharing Anita! God is so good, its great to have others sharing their faith!
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