1. Consecrate every firstborn male (1-2,11-16)

There were two ceremonies which God gave his people to remind them of his grace in delivering them from Egypt. First, every firstborn male, whether man or animal, was to be consecrated to the Lord. The firstborn belongs to God. The firstborn son must be redeemed by an animal sacrifice. God must have first place in the heart and life of every family and of every man and woman.

2. Keep the Feast of Unleavened Bread (3-10)

Second, they were to keep the Feast of Unleavened Bread and the Passover each year. By consecrating the firstborn and keeping the Passover they could remember God's grace and teach their children that God is almighty and that he loves them. God's people must plant a sense of history in their children.

Application: Lord, just as you brought your people out of bondage by your mighty hand, you redeemed me from slavery to sin by the precious blood of Jesus. Help me to remember your grace and faithfully teach my children and my sheep.
One Word: The mighty hand of the Lord