Exodus 12:9 Do not eat the meat raw or boiled in water, but roast it over a fire—with the head, legs and internal organs.
As I reread verses 1 and 2 of Exodus 12, I am reminded of Isaiah 43:19’s “Behold, I am doing a new thing….” and I am reminded of the excitement and fear of change. (Full disclosure, change really does cause me some fear. I like to know what to expect, what’s coming. However, I do know that change can be a beautiful and necessary thing. I’m trying to get better at rolling with change.)
Exodus 12:10 Do not leave any of it till morning; if some is left till morning, you must burn it.
And verse 11 of today’s reading puts me in mind of all the verses that talk about being ready, being prepared, being watchful and alert, which brings to mind the idea that we have a finite amount of time on this earth to do good, and we don’t know exactly how long that is, so we have to be mindful of the opportunities presented to us to act as the hands and feet of Jesus.
Exodus 12:11a This is how you are to eat it: with your cloak tucked into your belt, your sandals on your feet and your staff in your hand.
Precious Savior, Today’s reflection feels like a bit of a jumble, but my mind feels a bit jumbled, too. Thank You that even when things feel jumbled, I can see You, I can hear Your still small voice whispering to my heart. Help me to draw closer to You always. Thank You, Jesus. Amen.
Exodus 12:11b Eat it in haste; it is the Lord’s Passover.
Have a blessed day.