God's holy feasts are of vital importance, revealing a broad spectrum of understanding of His truth. Those who do not keep these feasts remain in ignorance and confusion about His plan of salvation for mankind. These feasts, detailed in Exodus 12 and Leviticus 23, include the Passover, the Days of Unleavened Bread, Pentecost, the Feast of Trumpets, the Day of Atonement, the Feast of Tabernacles, and the Last Great Day. They were observed by the congregation of Israel, known as the church in the wilderness, long before the law of Moses was given, and are not merely Jewish observances but God's appointed times for all His people. These feasts were actively kept by Jesus Christ in the New Testament church, and true Christians are commanded to observe them today. Jesus, from childhood, faithfully kept the Passover and the Days of Unleavened Bread, as seen in Luke 2:41-43, and continued to observe the Passover during His ministry, instituting new symbols of bread and wine as a memorial of His death, as recorded in Luke 22:14-20. He also kept the Feast of Tabernacles, attending in secret despite opposition, and used these occasions for powerful preaching, setting an example for His church, as noted in John 7. The early church, as documented in the book of Acts and the epistles, continued to observe these holy days. In Acts 20 and I Corinthians 16:8, Paul references Pentecost as a significant time marker, indicating its observance among Gentile converts. In I Corinthians 5:6-7, Paul urges the Corinthians to keep the feast of Unleavened Bread, using the analogy of purging spiritual leaven, which is sin, and identifies Christ as our Passover sacrifice. The Day of Atonement and the Feast of Trumpets are also acknowledged in Acts 27 and Colossians 2:16, showing the early church's adherence to all of God's festivals. Despite historical attacks by satan and false teachers attempting to cloud, distort, and pervert these feasts, often using anti-Jewish sentiment as an excuse to abandon them, the true church has persisted in their observance. These seven annual holy days are in force now, laying out the complete plan of salvation. They were given to keep God's children in the true memory and worship of Him, picturing different periods in His plan of spiritual creation and marking the stewardship of His truth. Failing to observe these annual Sabbaths risks losing knowledge of His plan, as history shows with ancient Israel, who fell into idolatry when they profaned His Sabbaths. God's feasts, commanded to be kept year after year forever, impress the truths they picture on the minds of His children through all time, maintaining His church in the true understanding of His plan of salvation. They are a source of great joy and hope when their true significance is understood, and are to be observed today and forever.

God's feasts are divinely appointed times, set apart as holy convocations to bring His people together for worship, instruction, and unity in purpose, doctrine, and relationships within the Body of Christ. These festivals belong to God; He is their Source, He established their times, gave them meaning, and is their ultimate Object. Observance of these days focuses on Him and His teachings, bringing spiritual and physical benefits. Leviticus 23 provides a concise list of God's appointed times, beginning with the principle that they are His feasts, not belonging to any group or institution. They are times for holy convocations, emphasizing the importance of gathering together. Additionally, like the weekly Sabbath, the seven annual holy days—the first and last days of the Feast of Unleavened Bread, Pentecost, the Feast of Trumpets, the Day of Atonement, the first day of the Feast of Tabernacles, and the eighth day—are Sabbaths, during which no customary work is to be done, except for necessary food preparation as allowed on most holy days. Specific instructions guide the observance of these feasts. For the Feast of Unleavened Bread, God commands the removal of leaven from homes and prohibits eating leavened products for seven days, symbolizing a life free from corruption. During the Feast of Tabernacles, God instructs His people to dwell in temporary structures, teaching that Christians are pilgrims journeying toward the Kingdom of God. To support the keeping of these feasts, particularly the Feast of Tabernacles, God commands a festival tithe to cover expenses such as transportation, food, and housing. The Passover, while not a Sabbath, holds significant memorial importance as a preparation day for the Feast of Unleavened Bread. It commemorates key events in God's plan, observed in the evening with specific practices modeled after the Last Supper, including washing one another's feet, partaking of unleavened bread and wine by baptized members, listening to Jesus' discourse, and concluding with a hymn. Unique aspects distinguish the Feasts of Unleavened Bread and Tabernacles, though all holy days include church services, fellowship, and feasting. The Day of Atonement stands apart as a solemn day of fasting, worship, instruction, prayer, and humbling before God, with no food, drink, or work permitted for the entire period. God also instructs that offerings be given during the holy days, specifically during the three pilgrimage feasts—Unleavened Bread, Weeks, and Tabernacles. These offerings are voluntary, based on the blessings received from God, encouraging appreciation for His loving care. Keeping God's feasts builds layers of knowledge and understanding of His plan, preparing His people for His coming Kingdom.

God's Feasts, referred to as the Lord's appointed times, are significant holy days and festivals that commemorate key events in Israel's history and reveal God's great plan of salvation for mankind. These appointed times, or "moed" in Hebrew, meaning appointment, are not merely historical or cultural observances but are divinely established by God Himself. He dictates how we are to worship Him, setting specific times for these sacred gatherings, as they are His chosen moments to meet with humanity. These holy days, observed in both the Old and New Testaments, were faithfully kept by the early Christian church, including Gentile congregations. They carry profound meaning, looking back to miracles God performed for Israel and the world, while also pointing forward to the work of our Lord Jesus Christ during the spring and fall harvests. The spring holy days reflect Jesus' death and resurrection, while the fall holy days anticipate His return and the establishment of His Kingdom. The Hebrew calendar, a lunar-solar system, governs the timing of God's appointments, aligning them with the phases of the moon and ensuring their seasonal consistency through leap months. Key holy days such as Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread, Pentecost, Trumpets, Atonement, the Feast of Tabernacles, and the Last Great Day occur at specific times within this calendar, often coinciding with significant historical and prophetic events. For instance, Passover, observed on the 14th day of the first month, became associated with Israel's deliverance from Egypt and later with Jesus Christ's sacrifice as the Passover Lamb, suggesting these events occurred on days already marked as God's appointed times. The Sabbath, a weekly appointment, is also among God's sacred times, blessed and set apart by Him from creation as a sign for all mankind to come before Him in adoration and worship. These divine appointments, established from the beginning, underscore that everything God does has an appointed time, reflecting His unchanging nature and eternal plan for humanity.

The Sabbath and the Holy Days, including the Days of Unleavened Bread, are special creations of God, made for mankind to serve a specific purpose within His larger plan. Just as the weekly Sabbath was made for man, so are the annual Sabbaths, all falling under the Fourth Commandment. Obedience to the festival commands is part of this commandment, and failing to keep them is a breach of the great commandment to love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, and mind. These Holy Days, such as Unleavened Bread, Pentecost, and Tabernacles, are placed within the terms of the Old Covenant, attaching them to the national character and responsibility of the Israelitish people. However, their observance is not limited to Israelites, as one law applies to both home-born and strangers who desire to observe them. The passing of the Old Covenant does not remove the responsibility of observing these days from a disciple of Christ. Clear examples show Jesus and Paul observing these festivals, demonstrating their importance as part of a way of life for all who follow Him. Their failure to be kept by mankind is a clear example of human nature's resistance to following the examples set by Jesus Christ.

Here we are, gathered in the place where God has brought His elect together on the seventh day of the last day of the Feast of Tabernacles, that great day. God's feasts are a testament to His sovereignty, as He declares them to be His own, signed with the Sabbath as a key to understanding His incredible work of redemption and healing. We turn to John 7, which records the events of the final Feast of Tabernacles that Jesus Christ kept during His earthly ministry, six months before His sacrifice for the glory of the Father. On this great day, following the priestly ritual of pouring water from the pool of Siloam upon the altar, Jesus Christ boldly declared that He is the Living Waters of God, the only source for all men to receive the Holy Spirit and fulfill God's plan. God's feasts, as laid out in Leviticus 23, emphasize His authority over Creation, with the weekly Sabbath as His signature. The Feast of Tabernacles, including this seventh day, and the upcoming eighth day festival, are among these appointed times. The count to Pentecost, starting from the wave sheaf during the Days of Unleavened Bread, also reflects God's precise orchestration, using the Sabbath as a signpost in His redemptive work for all mankind. Each Sabbath in the count to Pentecost represents stages of God's plan, culminating in the fiftieth day, a jubilee, where Jesus Christ presents the completed offering to the Father, marking a new beginning in God's eternal Creation. On this very day, nearly 2000 years ago, during the Feast of Tabernacles, Jesus Christ stood in His Father's house and cried out as the source of living water, an invitation to all for the Holy Spirit. Now glorified at the right hand of the Father, He trains us through His Holy Spirit to be united as one body in faith, hope, and love, preparing us for service to all who will come after us for the glory of the Father.

God has appointed specific times, known as His Feasts, to synchronize His people with His divine plan and presence. These appointed times, or mo'adim, are recurring holy convocations determined by the cycles of the sun and moon, visible in the heavens as signs and seasons. God placed the sun, moon, and stars not only to mark time but to embed His meeting times into our lives, indicating when to observe sacred occasions like Passover and Trumpets. When He sets a holy time, such as the 15th day of the first month, He infuses Himself into that moment, making it holy, and expects those He calls to meet with Him there. This meeting is for our blessing, as He provides knowledge, understanding, wisdom, and other intangible benefits through these gatherings. Keeping God's Feasts offers a profound advantage, revealing His plan—past, present, and future—to those who observe them. Unlike mere mortals who cannot grasp what God is doing, those who align with Him through these holy times gain insight into His purpose, enabling them to harmonize their lives with His will and prepare for eternal life in His Kingdom. Pentecost, the third holy day, holds a unique connection to time, requiring a counting of fifty days or seven weeks from the day after the Sabbath, emphasizing time as a central theme. This counting process, reflected even in the name Pentecost which means "count fifty," serves as a yearly reminder to redeem our time wisely, as our days are short and the period of conversion is limited. Through these Feasts, God offers His time—a priceless gift from the Creator and Sustainer of the universe. By meeting with Him in holy convocation, we receive instruction and growth, aligning ourselves with His eternal purpose. This synchronization, achieved by observing His appointed times, sets a firm foundation for using our time properly under the sun, guiding us toward the ultimate reward of eternal life in His Kingdom.

Completing the yearly cycle of God's feasts brings satisfaction and assurance, along with new knowledge of God's Plan for His creation. In contrast, man-made holidays often leave people entangled in destructive lifestyles, offering no new understanding of God or His Plan. God's holy days provide a joyful experience, guiding us to live in harmony with Him and reflecting His character through obedience to His commands.