God's Holy Days

"These are the feasts of the LORD, holy convocations which you shall proclaim at their appointed times" (Leviticus 23:4).

Is it possible to know what the future holds? The Creator of mankind has an incredible plan for us, and He reveals it through an annual cycle of festivals described in the Scriptures.

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God's Holy Convocations

Are we giving proper attention to physical details in preparing for God's Sabbaths?
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Billions Are Waiting on You!

Our faithfulness now is a necessary step in bringing the fulfillment of God's plan to the billions yet to be saved.
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What Did the Early Church Believe and Practice?

Shouldn't you look into your Bible to see if your beliefs and practices square with what Jesus Christ and the apostles practiced and taught?
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The Beautiful Process of Becoming a Saint

The greatest transformation can be summed up in three major phases, which are portrayed by the first four festivals of God—Passover, Unleavened Bread, Pentecost and Trumpets.
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Water From the Well of Life

Pentecost reminds us of the 'living water' of God's Holy Spirit that sustains us in these troubled times and strengthens us to do God's work.
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The Suitcase

I was 4 when I had to leave my home with a suitcase packed with all my possessions. Throughout the painful journey, someone was there to help me through.
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The Feast of Peace

God instructed the ancient Israelites to leave their homes every year to observe a festival in a location He chose. What is the significance of this feast, and what does it mean for you?
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The Azazel Goat and Atonement

The Day of Atonement...it pictures the putting away of Satan the devil
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Preparing to Be Christ's Bride

The Bible tells how we can be ready for the greatest wedding ever!
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Pentecost Speaks to the "Heart" of Being Firstfruits

In revealing His plan for mankind, God chose Holy Days focused on the harvest seasons of Palestine (Exodus 23:14-17).
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Unleavened Recipes

Thanks for all the delicious recipes sent in by our readers. Let us know what your favorites are!
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Anticipating Unleavened Bread

My mother, Dorothy Williams, kept her first Feast in 1949. This means that I've kept 52 Unleavened Bread seasons (and I'm only 39 and holding!). Each one has special meaning to me, and more so since I have been able...
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Leavening: Symbol of Deadly Spiritual Infection

Pride puffs us up. That is a vital lesson of leavening that we are all familiar with. We talk about people having a big head, thinking they are big stuff. Vanity and arrogance truly are dangerous to our spiritual health...
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Night to Be Much Observed: Keeping the Vigil

The NTBMO is a rather cryptic anagram that would be hard to understand for someone not attending God's Church. Affectionately known as the Night to Be Much Observed, this yearly observance is always celebrated on the beginning of the First...
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Q&A: Three Days and Three Nights

How long did Christ lie in the tomb? Read on to find out the truth!
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Waiting for the 'End of the World'?

As we approach the threshold of a new millennium, how does the Bible advise those who count on the "end of the world" around New Year's Day, 2000?
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Focus on the Kingdom of God

The 28 weeks between the Last Great Day service and Passover have oftentimes been looked upon as the cold, dark days until the annual Holy Day season begins again.
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Talking to Your Child's Teacher About the Holy Days and Holidays

Living God's way of life in this world can be a challenge at times.
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Your Kingdom Come

A couple of years ago, I had the opportunity to hear a topic presented by General Colin L. Powell at the University of Rolla, Missouri.
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Memorial Day to Remember

What should we remember this Memorial Day?
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