Atonement

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September 21, 2026

Atonement is the process of removing obstacles in our relationship with God. The Day of Atonement, a holy day during the Fall Festival season, symbolizes a day in the future when Satan will be chained and imprisoned. Right now, the process of atonement requires humility and honesty, and can use the tool of fasting to draw closer to God. 

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Three Reasons for Christ’s First Coming

Elder Andy McClain details three reasons why Christ came in the flesh: He came to replace Satan as ruler of Earth; He came to redeem mankind; and He came to restore mankind’s connection with God.
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Lessons from Biblical Fasting

Taking part in a Biblical fast is something that to most, even in religious circles, is a strange thing to do. Prior to observing the Day of Atonement, it's important to understand the importance of fasting and the proper way…
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The Day of Atonement - A New Beginning

The Day of Atonement represents the time when Satan will be banished. But there is much more to it than that. This special Holy Day represents the removal of unrighteousness and the time when we will be reconciled to God!
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Our High Priest Jesus Christ and the Day of Atonement

The high priest in ancient Israel performed his most important and nerve-wracking duties on the Day of Atonement. This message explores those duties, and what the author of Hebrews revealed about how Jesus Christ fulfills them as our High Priest…
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Anticipating the One-ness

As we approach the Day of Atonement, the outline of Gods Holy days allows us to see just how involved the God family is in bringing the plan to fruition. We will delve into the scriptures and see what God…
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Day of Atonement

The seemingly complex events that occurred on the Day of Atonement in ancient Israel are actually understandable and fully of rich meaning for Christians today. All Christians should understand the original process of this special high day and how that…
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The Day of Atonement: Why Critical to God's Plan

The Day of Atonement is critical to God's blueprint for human salvation because it exposes Satan the devil for who he is and what he does. This vital Holy Day shines the bright light of truth on this evil being…
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Getting a Grip on the Atonement

The Day of Atonement has incredible and wonderful meaning. Let's cover the essential elements of this vital Holy Day of God.
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Fast For Freedom

It is common to associate the Day of Atonement, with affliction, suffering, pain. But have we considered comparing it with freedom?
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The Day of Atonement and the Ministry of Reconiliation

The Day of Atonement teaches many things about reconciliation. We use the physical instruction for given to Israel to further understand our role in the ministry of reconciliation.
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What Are You Anticipating

Seek ye first the kingdom of God. Is this real to you?
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Atonement, Jubilee, Freedom, Blessings

A major theme of the Bible is freedom and liberty. Dramatic examples are the freedom provided by the 7th-year land Sabbath and the 50th-year Jubilee announced on the Day of Atonement. The Jubilee provided two types of liberty—restitution of personal…
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Behind the Second Veil The Place Where Atonement Was Made

Focusing on what happened behind the second veil in the Tabernacle of old, and later in heaven itself, this message considers where atonement was made, and the great blessings this brings to God's people now.
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How the Rule of Satan Ends

Three times Jesus called Satan the ruler of this world, but each time He did, He also described how He would end that rule.
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Christ's Victory Over Satan (After the Atoning Sacrifice, the Second Goat is Dealt With)

The primary meaning of the Day of Atonement is in regards to the atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ. But in Leviticus 16 there are two goats mentioned. One is "for the Lord" and it's blood was brought into the Holiest…
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Atonement - Preparing our Hearts To Live Godly Lives

Pre Atonement sermon looking at the depth of this special Holy Day and how it is a matter of the heart and one we should deeply consider. Will you change your heart, or will you go hungry?
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The War Between Good and Evil The Battle for Eternal Life

Pastor Bart Bornhorst emphasizes that we are the weakest beings in God’s plan of salvation, which is highlighted on this Day of Atonement, and covers three points in our battle for eternal life; stay away from the sinful attractions of…
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Is This Not the Fast That I Have Chosen? Day of Atonement

A number of scholars believe that the kind of fasting God condemns in Isaiah Chapter 58 was occurring on the Day of Atonement during Isaiah’s time as a prophet. The kind of fast that God is interested in is not…
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Day of Atonement

The Day of Atonement is rich in spiritual meaning. It pictures the elimination of Satan’s influence and the reconciliation of all mankind to God an reminds us of our need for humility and our complete dependence on God for life…
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Six Key Scriptures for Atonement

On the Day of Atonement, the pastor discusses six key scriptures that help us to expand our understanding of this holy day.
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