 The Practice of The Feast of Tabernacles
Summary
The Feast of Sukkot (Tabernacles) is the most joyful celebration, lasting a whole week. It commemorates the children of Israel dwelling in booths—small temporary shelters—during the low state of their wilderness journey.
It marks a time of rest from the work of gathering in the harvest—toils of our labor. It also marks a time to relate to one another about God’s goodness, and reflect upon His grace and mercy. At the same time, Tabernacles serves to remind us that our earthly life is just temporary. A permanent life with God will be our eternal Promised Land. We should, therefore, guard ourselves from materialism and maintain a life of balance.
Those who have received Messiah’s redemption have entered into His permanent and eternal rest—peace with God! For, He has redeemed us from the curse of dead works that cannot justify us before God. The blood of Messiah has accomplished that. We, therefore, celebrate His fulfillment of this feast by gathering in fellowship with other believers, reflecting on His amazing grace, and relating with one another the testimonies of His interaction in our lives. We also look forward to a time of celebrating fellowship with Messiah at His return; and permanently in heaven at His banquet table.
Life Application Questions
How do you celebrate your peace with God? With whom do you rest and reflect on God’s goodness, His grace and mercy, and share testimonies of His interaction in the lives of fellow believers?
Scripture References
Leviticus 23:33-44; Acts 2:46, Colossians 2-3
Book References
Faith and Fables: p. 29-34; 54-60; 82-83; 90-93; 133-135; 183-187
Sons and Servants: p. 38; 99-104; 156-161
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