Lamb Of God

We as sinners have failed time and time again, yet the blood of the Lamb (Jesus) has covered all of our sins by being the perfect sacrifice.  

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Have you ever looked closely at a cute little baby lamb in a picture or maybe a petting zoo?  They are so adorably cute, too cute to even think they may be chosen to be slaughtered.  In Biblical days, in the fields near the Temple in Israel, there were lambs chosen to be the next sacrifice. Lambs were considered to be the ultimate and perfect sacrifice.  

In the Old Testament law, it was written, “And you shall say to them, ‘This is the offering made by fire which you shall offer to the Lord: two male lambs in their first year without blemish, day by day, as a regular burnt offering” Numbers 28: 3.    

The lambs had to be without spot, meaning no defects, not lame nor ill.  What was being sacrificed had to be the best.  

John the Baptist was preaching and as he looked out, “John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, “Look! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!”  John 1: 29

When Jesus went to the cross in all His perfection, He became a lamb that was sacrificed for our sin.  

We as sinners have failed time and time again, yet the blood of the Lamb (Jesus) has covered all of our sins by being the perfect sacrifice.  

John on the island of Patmos in Revelation mentions this:   “Then I saw a Lamb that looked as if it had been slaughtered, but it was now standing between the throne…”  Revelation 5: 6

One commentary said this:   John expected to see a Lion but saw a Lamb instead. John even used the specific word for a little lamb; he “Signifies a little or delicate lamb.” (Clarke) 

Notice this, on the commentary:   “The Lamb is presented in a way both sympathetic and powerful; He is living (stood a Lamb), but He still had the marks of previous sacrifice upon Him (as though it had been slain).” 

Did you catch what John was seeing? 

Jesus, the Lamb, still had the marks of sacrifice on Him. 

He is the Lion and the Lamb!  Those of you who have traveled to see the outstanding Biblical plays at Sight and Sound Theater will remember this photo:    

In Isaiah, the lion and the lamb are two descriptions of the two natures of Jesus.  He is the Lion of Judah because of His resurrection, and He is the Lamb of God who was sacrificed on the cross as the Savior of the world. 

If you do not know Him as your Savior, your invitation is now.  “Today (now) is the day of salvation.”  2 Corinthians 6: 2 Just ask Him into your heart to become your Savior and Lord and to forgive you of all your sins.  It’s the best and life-changing decision you’ll ever make.   

 

 

 

 


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Mary Beth Pecora, a faithful wife, mother, grandmother, friend, worshiper and servant leader, who loves life and loves people. More importantly, she passionately loves God and the fullness of who He is! For twenty-three years she has served in leadership positions within the ministry of Aglow International. Currently, she and her husband serve at The Secret Place--A Psalm 91 Ministry. It's a place for individual folks to come, be exhorted and prayed for, while being ushered to ministry stations within the room. They continue to serve monthly in the Prayer Room at their home church that they have been a part of for almost forty years. In April of 2022 they both received their Ministry License and were Ordained in May of 2023. She delights in encouraging folks of all ages within various walks of life. Her love of writing is now her passion, which led her to publish two books, "Restoration Explosion In The New Year," and "Navigating The Mysteries Of God." Above all that’s been accomplished and concluded, the BEST thing to her is knowing her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He is her everything—her very best friend. Visit: Mybelovedsvoice.com