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E. Holy Week: the Lamb of God

1. Biblical framework : As both High Priest and Paschal Lamb, Jesus offers himself to God on our behalf as a sacrifice for sin, and as victorious Lord who destroys death and the grave.

2. Exemplar Scripture references

a. John 1.29

b. 2 Cor. 5.18-21

c. 1 John 3.8

d. Isa. 52-53

e. 1 Tim. 2.3-6

3. Its meaning in Jesus’ history : As God’s perfect Lamb, Jesus offers himself up to God as a sin offering on behalf of the world, and through his death, destroys death, the curse, the grave, and the works of the devil. 4. The season of the Church Year : Holy Week, the Suffering and Death of Christ. Holy Week recalls the events of Christ’s suffering and death. We recall his triumphant entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, his giving of the commandments on Maundy (or “New Commandment”) Thursday, his crucifixion on Good Friday, and end the week with the solemn vigil of Saturday night before Easter Sunday.

5. As to spiritual formation : May those who share the Lord’s death be resurrected with him

F. Eastertide: the Victorious Conqueror

1. Biblical framework : In his resurrection from the dead and his ascension to the right hand of God, Jesus is verified, confirmed, and exalted as Victor over death and the restorer of creation.

Context Values/Vision

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