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Discover How Jesus is Seen in the Fall Feasts

Written by Dianna Wiebe on .

As a Christian, you may wonder why The Fall Feasts of the Bible matter and how they relate to your faith in Jesus. The truth is, these feasts are not just historical observances for Israel—they offer a beautiful picture of Christ and His work of redemption. Today, let’s explore how Jesus is seen in the fall feasts and how understanding these biblical events can deepen your relationship with Him.

A Calendar with Prophetic Significance

As the Lord gave Moses instructions before delivering the Israelites from Egypt, He gave them a new calendar. This calendar set the dates for many important occasions, including The Fall Feasts of the Bible.

These feasts, detailed in Leviticus 23, are not just holidays—they are divine appointments. God designated specific times for His people to gather and meet with Him. While we often refer to them as “feasts,” the Hebrew word (Strong’s Concordance #4150) actually means an appointed time, not necessarily a time for eating.

The Fall Feasts of the Bible follow a lunar/solar calendar, which means their dates shift each year on our modern calendar. Despite this, the spiritual lessons they offer are timeless.

What Are The Fall Feasts of the Bible?

Let’s take a look at the three Fall Feasts of the Bible. These feasts all occur during the autumn months and carry prophetic significance.

1. Feast of Trumpets (Rosh Hashanah) – Jesus, Our Coming King

The Feast of Trumpets, the first of The Fall Feasts of the Bible, marks the beginning of a new season of reflection and repentance. The blowing of trumpets, or shofars, signals a wake-up call for God’s people. This points us to a future event when a trumpet will sound and Jesus will return.

Jesus Himself spoke of His second coming, saying it would be marked by the sound of a trumpet:

The Feast of Trumpets foreshadows the day when Jesus, our King, will return to gather His people. This feast encourages us to be spiritually alert and prepared for His coming.

How it’s celebrated today: Jewish communities continue to blow the shofar as a call to repentance.

As Christians we can reflect on this feast as a reminder of Christ’s imminent return. It is a great yearly reminder to be watchful and spiritually ready for Jesus’ return.

The Feast of Trumpets is celebrated this year on October 3-4, 2024.

2. Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) – Jesus, Our High Priest

The Day of Atonement is the most solemn of The Fall Feasts of the Bible in the Old Testament. On this one day each year, the the High Priest would enter the Holy of Holies in the earthly Temple, to offer a sacrifice for the sins of the people. This foreshadowed the ultimate work of Jesus, our Great High Priest, who offered His own life as a sacrifice for sin, in the heavenly Temple.

Unlike the yearly sacrifices of animals, Jesus’ sacrifice was once and for all, making atonement for us and helping us draw near to the Lord. The Day of Atonement reminds us of the power of Christ’s blood and His ongoing intercession for us before the Father.

How it’s celebrated today: Today the Jewish communities Christians take this day to fast, pray, and to repent.

As believers we reflect on Jesus’ sacrifice and His role as our eternal High Priest.

The Day of Atonement will be observed on Oct 12, 2024.

3. Feast of Tabernacles (Sukkot) – Jesus, God Dwelling Among Us

The Feast of Tabernacles, or Sukkot, celebrates God’s provision and presence with His people as they journeyed through the wilderness for forty years. It also points forward to the time when Jesus would come to dwell among us and, ultimately, when He will dwell with us forever in the new creation.

The apostle John makes a beautiful connection between the Feast of Tabernacles and Jesus:

The word “dwelling” here can also be translated as “tabernacled.” Just as God’s presence was with Israel in the wilderness, Jesus came to live among humanity, bringing the presence of God to us in a tangible way. The Israelites looked forward to the Promised Land, today, we look forward to the day when God will dwell with us forever:

“Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be His people.” — Revelation 21:3

How it’s celebrated today: Jewish families build temporary shelters (sukkahs) during this feast to remember God’s provision in the wilderness.

For Christians, this feast is a time to rejoice in God’s provision for us over the last year and for His eternal provision for us where we will one day dwell with Him forever.

The Feast of Tabernacles is celebrated from October 17 to 23, 2024.

Why Should Christians Care About The Fall Feasts of the Bible?

By understanding The Fall Feasts of the Bible, we can see how they point us directly to Jesus. Here are three key takeaways to apply to your faith today:

  1. Look forward to Jesus’ return. The Feast of Trumpets reminds us to be spiritually alert, ready for the day when Christ will come again with the sound of the trumpet. (1 Corinthians 15:52)
  2. Rest in Jesus’ finished work. The Day of Atonement points to the ultimate sacrifice Jesus made on the cross. His blood atoned for our sins once and for all, and we can approach God with confidence. (Hebrews 9:11-12)
  3. Rejoice in God’s presence. The Feast of Tabernacles foreshadows the day when God will dwell with His people forever. This gives us hope and reminds us of God’s faithfulness to provide. (Revelation 21:3)

Learn More About The Fall Feasts of the Bible

If you want to explore more about how Jesus is seen in The Fall Feasts of the Bible, check out our Biblical Feasts and Holy Days study. This resource will guide you through each feast and help you understand its spiritual significance.

As we reflect on The Fall Feasts of the Bible, let’s be encouraged by how each one points to Jesus, our King, our High Priest, and the God who dwells among us. These feasts offer us a glimpse of the glorious future we have with Him, giving us every reason to rejoice and grow deeper in our faith.

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