As we approach the Feast of Trumpets, our exuberant mood continues from Pentecost, focusing on the return of Christ as King of kings and Lord of lords and on our resurrection to glory, which this festival depicts. Yet, we must also consider the sobering and even terrifying meanings of this holy day, for it represents a terrible time of judgment upon the people of this world. The Feast of Trumpets is named for the blowing of trumpets, symbolizing a loud, warning cry of impending danger as described by the prophets, who urge a dire warning of sudden, terrifying destruction in the end time, a day of darkness and gloominess over man's society. These warnings apply specifically to God's called-out children, as we live in the end time with understanding of His plan, having the most to lose by ignoring these stern prophecies of death and destruction, and are admonished to prepare spiritually through repentance, fasting, and prayer. The Feast of Trumpets also announces the Day of the Lord and the return of Jesus Christ through the sounding of the seven trumpets, with the resurrection occurring at the last trumpet, marking this significant step in God's plan. God's wrath, poured out on humanity, is done in love, possibly as just retribution for sin or to save character from permanent rebellion, as He desires all to repent and attain His Kingdom. The church bears the responsibility to prepare as a fitting bride for Christ, cooperating with God to become holy, righteous, godly saints worthy to marry His Son. The great mystery of God, finished at the sounding of the seventh angel, is that we will become immortal and incorruptible spirit beings at Christ's return, a vision that greatly motivates us to rejoice in this aspect of the Feast of Trumpets. While the Feast of Trumpets pictures Christ's return, we must focus on being ready through repentance, overcoming, prayer, and fasting, as His coming approaches, rather than fixating on the exact timing of that event.

Each year in the autumn, the people of God's church celebrate the Feast of Trumpets, a one-day feast that holds profound significance. The Feast of Trumpets is one of God's feast days, the fourth of the seven annual holy days, and the first of the fall holy days. It falls on the first day of the seventh month of God's sacred calendar, marking a pivotal day in many ways. Trumpets are central to this feast, as many scriptures indicate that trumpet blasts will accompany the major, tumultuous events of the end times, the return of Jesus Christ, and the resurrection of the dead. This feast symbolizes a vast turning point in world history, picturing the changeover from the age of man to the age of God, the World Tomorrow, the Millennium, and the Kingdom of God. God commands us to keep the Feast of Trumpets, urging us to stop our mundane daily tasks for 24 hours and concentrate on the truly eternal things, such as the return of Jesus Christ and the establishment of His Kingdom.

Few things are more attention-grabbing than the blast of a trumpet. In ancient times, trumpets were vital for communication, especially among the widely encamped people of Israel, who spread over vast areas in their tents. A complex system of trumpet sounds was used to inform them of various activities, likely originating at the Tabernacle and relayed by other trumpeters throughout the camps. Different calls signaled specific actions, such as assembling, moving the camp, going to war, or celebrating days of gladness, feast days, new moons, sacrifices, offerings, the Jubilee Year, general worship, and coronations of kings. This system was not only for the wilderness but was to be used throughout their generations in their habitations. The sound of a trumpet was a significant element of Israelite life, with their ears trained to listen for its call. One of God's holy days, the Feast of Trumpets, acknowledges this importance. Known in Hebrew as Yom Teruah, meaning Day of Shouting, it is described as a memorial of shouting or a remembrance of shouting. This could refer to the blast of a trumpet or horn, or even literal shouting by the people, possibly in praise of His name during a holy convocation. Trumpets served multiple purposes in Israel's history. They were used to make a great shout of praise to God, especially on feast days and in regular worship, glorifying Him with special sounds. They provided direction, as seen in the wilderness for calling assemblies or advancing camps, and later in battles to guide armies. Trumpets also made announcements, such as proclaiming the coming Year of Jubilee on the Day of Atonement, heralding significant events or times. Lastly, they gave warnings, alerting people to impending danger or war, urging them to gather or seek refuge, with the assurance that He would hear and respond to their call.