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Maranatha Bible Church

Chicago

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Leviticus 23 Bible Study (Feasts of the Lord/Sabbath/Passover/../Atonement) | Pastor Daniel Batarseh

Pastor Daniel Batarseh|Monday, January 7, 2019

Scripture References

Leviticus 23:1-2Colossians 2:16-17Exodus 121 Corinthians 5:7Deuteronomy 16:3Deuteronomy 26:101 Corinthians 15:20-23Mark 16:9Exodus 23:161 Thessalonians 4:16-17John 11Acts 1:6-8Romans 11:25-26

Sermon Summary

This Bible study delves into the seven feasts of Israel in Leviticus 23, demonstrating their practical significance as memorials and their prophetic fulfillment in Christ. From Passover to the future Trumpet blast, these celebrations outline God's precise redemptive plan for both the Church and the nation of Israel.

Key Takeaways

1The Old Testament feasts are not merely Jewish traditions but prophetic blueprints of Jesus Christ's entire ministry.
2God is a 'God of Firsts' who desires the best and earliest part of our time, energy, and resources.
3The precision of the dates in the spring feasts (death, burial, resurrection) gives us confidence in the literal fulfillment of the remaining autumn feasts.
4The current 'interval' in the prophetic calendar is the Church Age, designated for the harvest of souls through the Gospel.
5Biblical prophecy should motivate believers toward evangelism and holy living rather than speculative date-setting.

Discussion Questions

Use these questions for small group discussion or personal reflection.

1Why is it important for New Covenant believers to study Old Testament chapters like Leviticus 23?
2How does the concept of 'First Fruits' challenge the way you prioritize your finances, time, and energy?
3In what ways does the Feast of Unleavened Bread illustrate the relationship between God's grace and our personal holiness?
4How does the historical precision of Jesus fulfilling the spring feasts affect your trust in the Bible's future prophecies?
5Pastor Batarseh noted that some will 'shrink in shame' at Christ's return. How can we ensure we are ready to meet Him with joy?
6How should the knowledge that we are currently in the 'harvest' interval change our daily interactions with non-believers?

Application Points

Practical ways to apply this message to your life.

Practice 'First Fruits' living by dedicating the first moments of your day to prayer and God's Word.
Identify and remove 'leaven' (sin) from your life, recognizing that salvation and sanctification cannot be divorced.
Live with an expectant posture, being ready for the 'trumpet blast' of Christ’s return at any moment.
Shift your focus from trying to calculate the 'times and seasons' to the active mission of sharing the Gospel with others.
Trust in God's faithfulness to His covenants, specifically regarding His future plans for the nation of Israel.

Personal Reflection

Take time to quietly reflect on these prompts.

How is the Holy Spirit speaking to me through this message?

What areas of my life need to change in light of this teaching?

Who can I share this truth with this week?

What is one specific action I will take as a result of this sermon?

Prayer Points

Thank God for His Word and the truths revealed in this message.
Pray for understanding and wisdom to apply what you've learned.
Ask the Holy Spirit to help you live out these truths in your daily life.
Pray for others who heard this message, that they too would be transformed.

Notes

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