Discussion Guide
As we enter the final week of our four-week series leading up to Easter, we reflect on the journey we’ve taken together. We began by exploring the origin of sin through the story of Adam and Eve. In the second week, we looked at Cain and Abel and the first sacrifice offered to God—revealing the importance of the heart behind our worship. Then, we examined the account of Nadab and Abihu and their unauthorized offering, a sobering reminder that we cannot approach God in a flippant or irreverent way. Now in this final week before Easter, we turn our attention to the Passover and the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt. As we do, we’ll see how this powerful moment in history points us to Jesus, the only perfect and ultimate sacrifice. Let’s prepare our hearts to see how God’s story of rescue back then is still deeply relevant to us today.
What you will need:
A Bible or Bible app
A notebook
A pen
A highlighter
(Scripture references below are linked for easy access)
Jump Start
1. What’s one of your favorite Easter traditions—either something your family does now or something you remember from when you were a kid? What is your go-to Easter outfit vibe: dressy and polished or comfy and casual?
2. Read Exodus 12:1-6. Why do you think the lamb had to be without blemish? How does that connect with Jesus and why does it matter for Easter? Each family had to take responsibility for their household. How does that speak to our role in responding to God personally today?
3. Read Exodus 12:7-13. What do you think the significance of marking their doorframes with blood says about God’s mercy, protection and our obedience? How does the idea of “passing over” relate to your story with God? Can you share a time God “rescued” you - whether from something big or small?
4. Read Hebrews 10:11-12. Why did the old sacrifices have to be offered again and again? What does that say about their limits? Discuss the difference in the priest “standing” daily and Jesus “sitting down” at the right hand of the father. Are you still striving “daily” to earn forgiveness or approval for God?
5. Since Jesus’ sacrifice is final and complete, how should that shape how we live, worship, and relate to others? If you had to explain the Easter story to someone who has never heard it before, what would you say?
Action Steps: This final week before we celebrate Easter, take time to quietly and humbly reflect on Jesus being the ultimate and final sacrifice and where our lives would be if we had to continue to offer a daily sacrifice. How can you reverently honor what Christ has done for you this week? Maybe you and your family can watch a movie about Christ, possibly The Passion of The Christ. Thank you, God, for this Easter season and how it changed our lives and still gives hope for all who hear it.