CHRISTIAN HOPE

Daily Reflection on April 07, 2025

Scripture: “The blood shall be a sign for you on the houses where * you live; and when I see the blood I will pass over you, and no plague will befall you to destroy you when I strike the land of Egypt.”

In Exodus 12:13. we find a crucial moment during the Israelites deliverance from Egypt. God instructs Moses about the Passover, telling the Israelites to mark their doorposts with the blood of a sacrificial lamb. The verse states, “When I see the blood, I will pass over you. No destructive plague will touch you when I strike Egypt.” This command is set against the backdrop of the final plague-God’s judgment against Pharaoh and Egypt for their oppression of the Israelites. The blood signifies protection and deliverance a powerful symbol rooted in faith and obedience.

In today’s world, the concept of blood marking doorposts can be understood figuratively. While the literal act was pertinent to a specific historical context, the symbolism remains profoundly relevant.The blood represents sacrifice, grace, and the notion of safety from judgement. For us, it serves as a reminder that faith in blood of Jesus can provide protection amidst chaos and uncertainty. Just as the Israelites were called to trust in God’s promise as they prepared for liberation, we, too, are invited to trust in our faith during trials and hardships.

Living in a time marked by personal and communal struggles-such as social injustice, health and financials crises, and global tensions-this reflection invites us to trust in God protection and provision. Are we, like the Israelites, marked by faith that spares us from despair? Do we recognize the significance of the blood-which can be interpreted as Christ’s sacrifice for us or the wider notion of sacrificial love and protection in our daily lives?

In a world rife with division and uncertainty, the message of Exodus 12:13 encourages us to share and embody the principles of hope, safety, and collective liberation, ultimately understanding that faith in Christ can lead us through darkness into a promised future.

Daily Prayer

Heavenly Father,

Thank You for the protection and grace You provide in our lives. Help us to trust in Your promises, just as the Israelites did. May we find strength in our faith and share Your love with others. Guide us through our struggles and illuminate our paths with hope and peace. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.