The celebration of Passover and Easter reminds us of the bitterness and tribulation of bondage. The historical background of these holidays points Jews and Christians toward atonement, reconciliation, and freedom. While many see the Jews as celebrating a Jewish holiday and Christians celebrating a Christian holiday, they are actually commemorating the same thing—which is that the feast is open to all who choose to partake.
As identity politics has become prevalent, the word inclusive is often mentioned today. Everyone wants to be included and accepted. The message of Passover and Easter is all-inclusive. It allows everyone to pass from the bondage of sin in this world to redemption and freedom. Within this message, we are all one people and one family. Although religion is constantly being pushed out of our culture, it doesn’t have to be divisive but rather should be used to unite….