Playlist: Fall Festivals (topic)

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Why Is Atonement a Fall Festival?

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

In the southern hemisphere, the observance of God's feasts presents a unique perspective due to the reversal of seasons compared to the northern hemisphere. Those in places like Australia or New Zealand keep Passover and Unleavened Bread in their autumn, Pentecost on the brink of winter, and the fall festivals—Trumpets, …


Fall Feast Lessons

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The fall holy days are deeply connected to the judgment of God, with each of the four days presenting distinct aspects of His judgment to enhance our understanding. These days emphasize various applications of judgment, including the sense of weighing alternatives, the announcement of legal decisions or decrees, and the actual …


Why Trumpets?

Sermonette by James Beaubelle

The Feast of Trumpets depicts a time when angelic beings sound an alarm, warning God's saints to prepare to put themselves under His sovereign rule.


Feast: Command of God?

Sermonette by Ronny H. Graham

Keeping God's annual Sabbaths are just as much a mandate on God's people as keeping the Ten Commandments.


Examining God's Judgments

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The Fall Festivals hold a significant place in understanding the judgments of God, as they highlight various aspects of His divine decisions. These four holy days are set apart to deepen our comprehension of His judgments, which are portrayed in multiple ways within the biblical narrative. The Feast of Trumpets, in particular, …


Psalms: Book Four: He Is Coming!

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Under God's system, the fall season stands out as a uniquely glorious time compared to other seasons of the year. The fall festival season, encompassing four holy days within a span of about three weeks, holds a special significance. These holy days—Trumpets, Atonement, Feast of Tabernacles, and the Last Day of the …


Are God's Holy Days To Be Kept Today?

Sermon/Bible Study by Martin G. Collins

If we do not keep God's holy days, we will deprive ourselves of the knowledge of God's purpose. Jesus and the first century church observed and upheld these days.


The Sacred Assemblies

Sermonette by David C. Grabbe

The Last Day of Unleavened Bread and the Eighth Day are the only designated "sacred assemblies," which require a greater degree of solemnity for reflection.


Psalms: Book Three (Part Five)

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

If we would keep God's Feasts properly, we would be in sync with God's noble purpose for us, defending us from falling into apostasy and idolatry.


Numbers (Part One): Journey in the Desert

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

God never says the Christian life would be easy or that life would always be fair. Difficulties and tests are given to test our hearts and promote humility.