 The Significance of The Feast of Trumpets
Summary
The primary purpose of the Feast of Trumpets (Rosh Hashanah; Head of the Year) is to call us to prepare our hearts for the coming solemn Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur). It begins a period of reconciliation with God; specifically “Ten Days of Repentance” or “Days of Awe” which culminate in Yom Kippur.
The trumpet (ram’s horn, or shofar) was also used to alarm the people and prepare them for battle. It is therefore a day to arise in spiritual awakening.
In addition, trumpets were used to proclaim the entry of a king. Therefore, on this high holiday, we also proclaim God King of the Universe, and honor His kingship and authority over all creation.
John the Immerser—or Baptist—came immersing people in water to “prepare the way of the Lord.” Messiah, therefore, fulfilled this feast by coming as King of kings. In His resurrection, He conquered the power of evil and spiritual death by defeating the enemy of our souls, Satan, the devil and spiritual adversary.
Paul was diligent to remind the community of faith that we fight a very real spiritual battle, and to therefore, continue to “fight the good fight of the faith.” (1Timothy 6:12 JNT) We, therefore, continuously celebrate the inherent meaning of Trumpets as we allow the Holy Spirit to convict our hearts, confess revealed sins, and prepare our heart to wage spiritual warfare; fighting against temptations to sin, standing on God’s Word in faith, and receiving Messiah’s victory over the power of sin and death.
Life Application Questions
Our worship prepares the way for Messiah to minister to our heart through God’s Word and Holy Spirit. How do you prepare your heart to receive God’s truth and love? In what ways do you prepare your heart and mind for spiritual battles?
Scripture References
Leviticus 23:23-25; Joel 2:1; Matthew 3:3
Book References
Faith and Fables: p. 27-29; 178-179
Sons and Servants: p. 23-26; 33-37; 45-47; 71-75; 145-148
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