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Apostolic Writings Appointments With God Discussions Passover Prophets and Writings Torah

The ‘mixed multitude’ of the Exodus: A prototype of grace (Exodus 12)

A semi-realistic digital oil painting created by ChatGPT illustrating the Exodus story from the Bible. The scene shows Israelites and a mixed multitude departing Egypt under a starry night sky. In the foreground, a man applies lamb’s blood to a wooden doorpost while a woman kneels nearby holding a lamb. Warm light from the doorway illuminates the figures, who carry unleavened bread and bundles, symbolizing their hasty departure. The desert landscape stretches into the distance with mountains under soft moonlight. A text overlay in the upper right reads, “Mixed multitude of the Exodus: A prototype of grace.” A small Hallel.info logo watermark appears in the lower right corner.

God’s redemption plan stretches far beyond ethnic boundaries, revealing a radical inclusivity in Exodus 12. In this study we see that the “mixed multitude” that left with Israel represents more than historical travelers — they’re a prophetic prototype of spiritual adoption. True belonging transcends bloodlines, demanding heart transformation and complete allegiance. The kingdom breaks down tribal walls, inviting outsiders not as second-class members, but as fully integrated family. This isn’t passive tolerance, but active spiritual grafting that requires leaving behind incompatible beliefs and embracing a unified divine purpose.

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Apostolic Writings Appointments With God Discussions Passover Prophets and Writings Torah Unleavened Bread

Who is Israel? Uniting native, grafted, chosen in God’s kingdom (Exodus 12; Jeremiah 46; 1Corinthians 5; Colossians 1)

A vibrant oil painting depicts a radiant white lamb standing on a table adorned with bread, a goblet, and plates of food, surrounded by a group of figures in colorful robes. A large tree with lush green leaves extends from the left side, while a warm golden light emanates from the lamb, illuminating the scene. In the upper right corner, a text overlay reads: "Who is Israel? Uniting native, grafted, chosen in God's kingdom." In the lower right corner, another text overlay states: "Exodus 12; Jeremiah 46; 1Corinthians 5; Colossians 1." A watermark "hallel.info" logo is visible in the lower left corner.

Amid resurgent anti-Semitism — sadly even among believers in Yeshua (Jesus) as the Messiah (Christ) — it’s more important than ever to revisit the New Testament teaching that Christ is the Passover Lamb for all Israel — native (Jew) and adopted/grafted (Gentile). Apostle Paul’s Passover teaching about “sincerity and truth” (unleavened bread) in our lives by removing “malice and wickedness” (leaven), with his olive tree metaphor, teaches unity in God’s family. It’s part of lessons from the beginning of the Bible to the end on distinguishing light from darkness, staying humble and embracing God’s correction as an expression of love.

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Apostolic Writings Appointments With God Atonement Discussions Passover Torah

The New Covenant: Forgotten sins, remembered promises (Exodus 4; 1John 1–2)

Graphic for Hallel Fellowship by ChatGPT featuring an oil painting-style image. At center, a luminous figure of Yeshua blows a shofar, flanked by two glowing goats before a fiery altar; on the left, a dark doorway with a shadowy figure. Text reads: “The New Covenant — Forgotten sins & remembered promises. Exodus 4:21–23; 1 John 1–2.” Logo for hallel.info is also present.

The book of Exodus, Paul’s letter to the Colossians and the first letter from apostle Yokhanan (John) reveal the journey from bondage to freedom. We also see the significance of Israel as God’s firstborn and the ongoing struggle between the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of Satan. This study explores the teachings on atonement, how confession and transformation keep us anchored in God’s promises. It’s about returning, trusting and living out love and Heaven’s light.

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Apostolic Writings Discussions Passover Torah Unleavened Bread

God’s grace: It’s more than forgiveness (Exodus 33–34; 1Corinthians 5–6, 10)

A vivid, impressionist-style digital painting bby Adobe Firefly depicts a multitude of people walking along a parted path through the sea, symbolizing the Exodus. The scene is filled with rich colors—blues, greens, oranges, and purples—conveying a sense of movement and divine presence. Bright light shines at the end of the path, suggesting hope and deliverance. Overlaid text reads: “God’s grace – It’s more than forgiveness. Exodus 33–34; 1 Corinthians 5–6, 10.” In the bottom right corner is the logo and website “hallel.info.”

This study explores spiritual maturity through ancient Israel’s journey from Egyptian slavery to freedom. Examining Exodus 13-15 and 33-34, alongside 1Corinthians 5, 6 and 10 reveals how God’s grace requires active participation, not passive acceptance. The Red Sea crossing symbolizes spiritual baptism, while the journey demonstrates the ongoing process of purging spiritual leaven and maintaining God’s presence through obedience, ultimately pointing to Messiah’s redemptive work and the believer’s transformative path.

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Appointments With God Discussions Passover Prophets and Writings Unleavened Bread

Cleaning the temple of the heart: Hezekiah’s spiritual revival flows from 2nd-chance Passover (2Chronicles 29–32; 2Kings 18–20; Isaiah 36–39)

**Alt-text**: A vibrant digital painting in an impressionist style shows four figures—two women and two men—dancing joyfully in a beam of light surrounded by swirling colors of blue, green, yellow, and red. The scene evokes a sense of spiritual celebration and renewal. Overlaid text reads: “Cleaning the temple of the heart. Hezekiah’s spiritual revival flows from 2nd-chance Passover – 2 Chronicles 29–32; 2 Kings 18–20; Isaiah 36–39.” In the lower-left corner is the logo and website “hallel.info.”

This study dives into Passover’s themes of return and renewal in 2Chronicles 29–32. Drawing on the Torah’s “Second Passover” instruction, King Hezekiah restored temple worship and invited the northern kingdom to celebrate this pivotal memorial to freedom, revival and unity. Also explored are Messiah’s eternal role in atonement and the importance of maintaining spiritual momentum from generation to generation.

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Appointments With God Discussions Passover Purim

From Purim to Passover: Unveiling the Messiah’s mission

A textured, palette-knife style oil painting depicting the connection between Purim and Passover. On the left, Queen Esther stands before King Xerxes in a grand Persian palace, symbolizing Purim, with royal purples and golds enhancing the scene. On the right, Passover is represented by Yeshua (Jesus) at the Last Supper, breaking bread with His disciples, illuminated by warm candlelight. In the center, a radiant figure of Yeshua stands as the bridge between the two events, symbolizing the fulfillment of both in His redemptive mission. The painting features bold, expressive strokes and vibrant colors, emphasizing divine providence and salvation.

This quick study of the book of Esther and the background of the Festival of Purim reveals how they are intricately woven into the redemptive narrative fulfilled in Yeshua the Messiah (Jesus the Christ). Just as Esther risked her life to save her people, Yeshua laid down His life to redeem humanity. The parallels between Purim, Passover and the Messiah’s mission reveal God’s sovereign plan.

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Appointments With God Discussions Passover Torah Unleavened Bread

Crying out to the God Who hears: Lamenting injustice and hoping in divine resolution (Exodus 3–4)

Crying out to the God Who hears: Lamenting injustice and hoping in divine resolution (Exodus 3-4). Adobe Firefly AI-generated image of an old woman crying out in anguish.

The three signs Elohim gave Moshe (Moses) at the burning bush in Exodus 4 to show the elders of Israel revealed God knew intimately the horrors they endured during centuries of bondage in Mitzraim (Egypt).

First, the staff becoming a snake and back again symbolized how the “tribe” of Israel had been made contemptible in Egypt but was being restored, finally though the Red Sea crossing. Second, the leprous hand showed God saw their affliction as if they were stillborn infants, to which Moshe’s sister, Miriam, was compared. Third, turning a jug of water into blood red revealed that God witnessed their babies’ murders by Egypt into the Nile, which be expanded to grand scale in the first plague.

This study explores that through these signs addressing their specific traumas, God demonstrated to the elders that He heard, remembered, saw and knew His “first-born,” and God would gain justice for their sufferings in Egypt. This is a key lesson of Pesach (Passover) and Matzot (Unleavened Bread).