Theme: A word of warning. The Ezekiel 33 text is a word of admonition by God to Ezekiel that he must warn the people of their sins or else he will be held accountable. The Gospel Lesson contains the procedure for dealing with sin in the church. A three-step procedure is outlined for warning the wrongdoer and bringing him back in communion with the church. In the Second Lesson, Paul warns Christians to obey the government officials because they are agents of God.

COMMENTARY

Old Testament: Exodus 12:1-14
The Hebrews are instructed by God to make ready for the Passover. They are to assemble in household groupings, slaughter an unblemished lamb, roast and eat it, applying the blood of the lamb on the lintel and doorposts of their houses. God promises to pass over the houses marked with the …