March 15,16 2026,
WOMAN'S DAILY DEVOTION
*FEAST OF UNLEAVENED BREAD*
Unleavened bread in the Bible primarily symbolizes haste, purity, and the removal of sin, marking the Israelites' swift exodus from Egypt (Exodus 12:39). It is famously eaten during the seven-day Feast of Unleavened Bread, which follows Passover, acting as a "bread of affliction" that reminds believers of their deliverance from bondage and calling them to live a holy life, free from the "leaven" of malice
*GET THE SIN OUT*
The Feast of Unleavened Bread: A seven-day festival following Passover, where no leaven (yeast) is permitted in households.
Symbolism of Purity/Removing Sin: Leaven often symbolizes sin, pride, or evil influence in the Bible. Removing leaven symbolizes removing sin from one's life. Paul encourages believers to act as "unleavened" (sincere and true) in 1 Corinthians 5:7-8.
Symbol of Affliction: Deuteronomy 16:3 describes it as "bread of affliction," reminding Israel of the bitterness of their enslavement in Egypt.
Type of Christ: Unleavened bread represents the sinless life of Jesus, the true "bread of life," fulfilling the requirement of a pure sacrifice.
*HOW TO MAKE*
Unleavened bread (or "unloving" bread) is traditionally made without yeast or leavening agents, consisting primarily of flour, water, and salt. Basic recipes use 2 cups of flour, 1/2 cup of water, 1/4 cup olive oil or butter, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Simple, rapid recipes (often used for communion) only require flour, water, and oil
Try Reading
EXODUS 12:15-20
DEUTERONOMY 16:3-4
