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The Feasts of Israel. Rev. Jorge Sedaca, National Director Chosen People Ministries Canada. A Portrait of Messiah. Purpose of Feasts:. To reveal God’s plan To celebrate God’s faithfulness To point to Messiah Jesus To give hope for daily living To get a glimpse of the future.
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The Feasts of Israel Rev. Jorge Sedaca, National Director Chosen People Ministries Canada A Portrait of Messiah
Purpose of Feasts: • To reveal God’s plan • To celebrate God’s faithfulness • To point to Messiah Jesus • To give hope for daily living • To get a glimpse of the future
Main Feasts: Pesach (Passover) • Redemption from slavery in Egypt • Salvation of first born from death • God’s mighty acts Key Elements: • Passover lamb • Unleavened bread (Matzo) • Bitter herbs • Four cups
Rosh HaShanah (Trumpets) • Beginning of Jewish civil year • Beginning of Ten Days of Awe • Prepares Israel for upcoming repentance Key Elements: • Blowing of Shofar • Remembrance • Kingship of God
Yom Kippur (Atonement) • Atone for the sins of Israel • Israel’s holiest day • God provides forgiveness Key Elements: • Confession, repentance, and reconciliation • Prayer and fasting • Scapegoat carries sins outside and dies
Sukkot (Tabernacles) • Remember 40 years in the wilderness in tents • Celebrates Fall harvest • God’s provision and faithfulness Key Elements: • Dwell in temporary booths • Branches and songs of praise • God’s provision, presence, promise, and prophecy