Introduction to the Seder

Tonight we will re-create to some degree the First Passover of the Nation of Israel when the Lord came down with an outstretched arm and mighty signs and wonders to deliver His people from the slavery and bondage of Egypt.

This Seder has few of the elements of a traditional "Jewish" or "Messianic" Seder - While these Seders are wonderful and full of revelation and power, this one is s little different. We still "tell the story" to our children, we answer the question,"Why is this night different from every other night? But we approach it from a different perspective.

Imagine that we are now in the home of an average Hebrew family. We have already witnessed nine of the ten terrible plagues God brought on the land of Egypt.

If you are not ready to leave your life of Bondage - Passover will always be a religious day with little meaning and no power in your life. The Lord is ready to come in to where you live, but you must also be ready to get up and leave with Him as well.

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A Non-traditional Seder for Believers in Messiah Jesus

Overview and Background

• Teach that the Feasts of the Lord are still "active" special days appointed by God - not man.
• The rule(s) is LOVE - it is the only rule. God is Love we will be meeting with Him at a His predetermined time, what else could you expect?
• These are specific times of intimacy and celebration in the Lord - they commemorate historical acts and they show us the operation of Salvation and the Kingdom of God.
• There is a treasure of revelation, knowledge, wisdom and strength available when you purposely meet the Lord on these days. They are for all believers - some (Tabernacles) are actually open to the whole world.
• They are not religious requirements, Keeping these days does not measure our "Spirituality", our "Maturity", or our "Holiness"
• They are similar to Anniversary Celebrations for married couples - an Anniversary is not the marriage, it is not required to stay married, but when you are in Love - both husband and wife will eagerly anticipate and creatively celebrate the Day. But the Feasts are so much more.
• God points to several days during the year and He has declared them for Days of Rest (Shabbat) and intimacy. Each day and season is different and has different purposes and practices.
• They all speak of Jesus the Messiah
• They all have past, present, and future implications
• They all coincide with various harvest seasons in the Promised Land, Israel
• They have personal significance as well as significance to the whole Church