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Holy Days: Trumpets
Bible Study by StaffAs we approach the Feast of Trumpets, our exuberant mood is tempered by sobering and even terrifying meanings, for this festival depicts not only the joyous return of Christ as King of kings and Lord of lords and our resurrection to glory, but also a terrible time of judgment upon the world. The seventh seal, encompassing the seven trumpets, announces the Day of the Lord and the return of Jesus Christ. The resurrection of the dead in Christ will occur at the last trumpet, marking a significant step in God's plan as depicted by this holy day. Trumpets symbolize a loud, warning cry of impending danger, delivering a dire message to those living in the end time that the day of the Lord is at hand, a day of darkness and gloominess over man's society. These warnings, originally intended for Israel, apply specifically to God's called-out children, who live in the end time with understanding of His plan and have the most to lose by ignoring these stern prophecies of death and destruction. They admonish us to prepare spiritually through repentance, fasting, and prayer for the tumult ahead.
Why Trumpets?
Sermonette by James BeaubelleThe 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.
The Rapture and Trumpets
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe delusion of the pre-Tribulation 'rapture' concept, made popular by the Left Behind books and movies, hopelessly messes up the timing of Bible prophecy.
Trumpets and the Fall of Jericho
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughOne major incident involving the blowing of trumpets occurred at the outset of Israel's incursion into Canaan, when God brought down the walls of Jericho.
The Patterns of God
Sermon by John O. ReidThe final conflict at Armageddon will cause mankind to remember what their desire to disobey God, and what their obsession go to war, has cost them.
How Long, O Lord?
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)The Seventh Trumpet is a call to assemble, a call to battle, and announces the arrival of a new ruler, Jesus Christ, separating the wheat from the tares.
Silence in Heaven (Part One)
CGG Weekly by David C. GrabbeWhen the Seventh Seal opens, all activity in heaven appears to stop as the heavenly realm turns its attention to what comes next, pausing in silent anticipation.
How Long, O Lord? (1994)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe references to trumpets suggest an announcement of a specific event or an alarm of what is to follow. Typically, the events themselves are figurative trumpet blasts.
Revelation 10 and the Laodicean Church
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughRevelation 10 and 11 describe a time before the Tribulation and the Day of the Lord, a time when the last of the seven thunders rumbles to a faint whimper.
Purpose-Driven Churches (Part 8)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod has to know whether we will be loyal and our convictions are anchored in His law. The tests we are going through now are preparing us for His kingdom.
The Appointed Time of the Resurrection
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaThe time of Christ's return appears to be soon in the light of recent events. Watch for the gathering of armies around the future capital of the world.
Revelation 10 and the Church's History
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughRevelation 10 contains the seven thunders and the little book. It serves as an inset, not following a linear time sequence of the book of Revelation.
Rain
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWeather disasters expose the moral weaknesses of a nation. We need to patiently and obediently wait for the early and latter rains that God will provide.
Being Alert to Our Enemy
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Like the cycles of the seasons, the events of prophecy follow natural progressions. God has given ample warnings to His prophets to prepare His people.