The Feast of Trumpets – God’s Call to His Peopl
The Feasts are God’s—eternal in authorship, prophetic in purpose.
The Hebrew Moedim are appointments, not human inventions.
Time in God’s economy is cyclical—each year is a rehearsal and remembrance.
Every Feast has a historical foundation, a spiritual message, and a prophetic horizon.
Christ is the substance; the Feasts are the shadow.
Key Text: Leviticus 23:24–25
“Speak unto the children of Israel, saying, In the seventh month, in the first day of the month, shall ye have a sabbath, a memorial of blowing of trumpets, an holy convocation. Ye shall do no servile work therein: but ye shall offer an offering made by fire unto the LORD.”
Introduction
Rosh HaShanah (Feast of Trumpets) marks the beginning of the Jewish civil year.
Trumpets were blown to signal: remembrance, repentance, readiness, and rejoicing.
For believers today, it points to Christ’s work and His return.
1. A Call to Remembrance
Scripture: Psalm 105:8 – “He hath remembered his covenant for ever, the word which he commanded to a thousand generations.”
Meaning: Trumpets reminded Israel of God’s mighty acts (creation, Exodus, Sinai).
For us, it is a call to remember the cross and resurrection of Jesus.
Illustration: Just as a national anthem reminds citizens of their identity and allegiance, the trumpet reminded Israel of their covenant identity with God.
Application Questions:
Do I regularly recall God’s faithfulness in my life?
What “spiritual memorials” keep me grounded in His covenant promises?
2. A Call to Repentance
Scripture: Joel 2:12–13 – “Therefore also now, saith the LORD, turn ye even to me with all your heart, and with fasting, and with weeping, and with mourning: And rend your heart, and not your garments…”
Meaning: The Feast opened the “Ten Days of Awe,” a season of soul-searching before Yom Kippur.
For us, repentance is not just remorse but turning back to God with our whole heart.
Illustration: A smoke alarm goes off when there’s danger. You don’t ignore it—you take action. The trumpet of God is the spiritual alarm for us to repent.
Application Questions:
Are there sins I need to confront before God today?
Am I quick to respond when the Spirit convicts me?
3. A Call to Readiness
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:52 – “In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed.”
Meaning: The trumpet summoned Israel for movement, battle, or worship.
Prophetically, it points to Christ’s return.
Readiness means living with watchfulness and holy expectation
Illustration: A soldier always keeps his gear packed and ready because he never knows when the trumpet will sound for battle. Likewise, we must be spiritually alert.
Application Questions:
Am I living as if Christ could return at any moment?
What areas of my life show I’m unprepared for His coming?
4. A Call to Rejoicing
Scripture: Psalm 98:6 – “With trumpets and sound of cornet make a joyful noise before the LORD, the King.”
Meaning: Rosh HaShanah was also a joyful new year celebration, recognizing God’s kingship.
For believers, it is the joy of salvation and anticipation of eternal glory with Christ.
Illustration: Just as fireworks bring joy and hope at New Year celebrations, the trumpet of the Lord announces a new beginning in His eternal kingdom.
Application Questions:
Do I rejoice daily in God’s kingship over my life?
Am I living with joy as I anticipate the new heaven and new earth?
Conclusion
The Feast of Trumpets still speaks today:
Remembrance of God’s covenant.
Repentance in light of His holiness.
Readiness for Christ’s return.
Rejoicing in God’s kingship and new beginnings.
Final Appeal:
The trumpet is sounding now. Will we hear it as a call to prepare our hearts, or will we be caught unready when the last trumpet sounds?
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