This year Passover and Easter have fallen at the same time. Even though these are 2 different holidays... one came from the existence of the other. It was the Passover meal that Jesus shared with his disciples prior to the crucifixion. It was Easter that occurred 3 days later when they could not keep Christ in the tomb. So... both holidays are vitally important to Christians of Today. Many times we forget that Jesus was Jewish. He celebrated all the Jewish holidays and festivals throughout his life. He upheld the law... until it conflicted with his mission from His father.... So how do we celebrate both.... they should be celebrated in light of, because we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. It is Passover that is celebrated to remember Moses bringing the Israelites out of slavery.... It is Easter that is celebrated to rejoice in Christ dying to bring us out of our slavery to sin, so that we might have eternal life. What an awe inspiring event... so many times I am at a loss for words when it comes to the idea that Christ died for me..... even though he didn't have to... even though I deserve the cross, HE took MY place, so that I may live. Oh how humbling.... Thanks cannot express what I feel when I take into account my unworthiness for eternal life. Gratitude can't even begin to express what I am feeling.... I really have no words... I just stand in awe of my Saviour, my Lord, My life giver.....
May I remember tomorrow and every day after that .... without HIM, I am nothing...
