| 1999 Feast of Tabernacles | Nov-Dec 99 LCN p. 16 | Staff |
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Intro: An atmosphere of faith prevailed at the Living Church of God Feast of Tabernacles as thousands of brethren expressed joy at the feeling of unity, shared purpose and hope. The following pages show a capsule of events at the Feast sites around the world. |
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| 1999 Feast of Tabernacles Site Info | May-June 99 LCN p. 15 | Staff |
| 2001 Feast of Tabernacles Review | Nov-Dec 01 LCN p. 20 | Staff |
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Intro: The year 2001 was a year of spiritual and physical growth for the Living Church of God. Feast attendance around the world increased by more than 8 percent over 2000. |
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| Between the Evenings | Mar-Apr 03 LCN p. 8 | R. Reynolds |
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Intro: Over the years, some in God's Church have wondered why we observe the Passover in the evening at the beginning of Abib 14, while today's Jews observe it at the beginning of Abib 15. Have we misunderstood the language, and thus the command, of Scripture? Is there sound biblical and historical evidence for the practice of the Church, or should today's Jewish practice be considered authoritative? Subheads: Morning and Evening Sacrifice Biblical Command Reflected in Samaritan and Sadducean Tradition Biblical Definitions |
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| Counting Pentecost | Mar-Apr 05 LCN p. 13 | J. Ogwyn |
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Intro: Pentecost is the only annual Holy Day commanded by God that does not come on a specific date. Rather , it is counted year by year, always falling on day 50 of a count that begins with the wave sheaf offering on Sunday. |
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| Counting Pentecost 2001 | Jan-Feb 01 LCN p. 11 | Staff |
| Intro: The Days of Unleavened Bread begin on a Sunday this year, and end on a weekly Sabbath. This configuration of the spring holy days does not occur very often. Whenever it does, it raises questions for some regarding the counting of Pentecost |
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| Deleavening The Corners of Our Minds | Mar-Apr 99 LCN p. 12 | J.Ogwyn |
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Intro: In the days when our two sons were young, preparing for the Days of Unleavened Bread was often quite an adventure. My wife would find bits of leavening in places you wouldn't normally expect.... Leavening, an agent such as yeast or baking soda which causes bread to rise, is used in the Bible to symbolize sin during the Days of Unleavened Bread. SubHeads: Sin of Indifference Sins of Pride Compromise and Faithlessness Sins of Unforgiveness |
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| Faitfulness or Treachery? A Look At the Covenant Relationship | May-June 03 LCN p. 5 | J.Ogwyn |
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Intro: The Day of Pentecost is intimately connected with the covenant relationship between God and man. Historically, this day has been connected with the establishment of the Old Covenant at Sinai, just seven weeks after the Exodus from Egypt. Then, centuries later, on the first Pentecost after Jesus' final Passover, mankind was offered the better promises of the New Covenant---including the indwelling of the Spirit of God, and the ultimate promise of eternal life in the Family of God. SubHeads: Malachi's Message Disrespecting God Treachery in the Family The Coming Messenger Would You Rob God? Our Attitude in Obedience |
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| Feast of Tabernacles 2000 Review | Nov-Dec 00 LCN p. 15 | Staff |
| Feast of Tabernacles 2000 Sites | May-June 00 LCN p. 21 | Staff |
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Intro: The 2000 Feast of Tabernacles will begin with services on Friday evening, October 13. The Last Great Day this year is on the weekly Sabbath, October 21. |
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| Feast of Tabernacles 2001 Sites | Mar-Apr 01 LCN p. 18 | Staff |
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Intro: The 2001 Feast of Tabernacles will begin with services on Monday evening, October 1. The Last Great Day falls this year on Tuesday, October 9. Subheads: United States Feast Sites, International Feast Sites |
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| Feast of Tabernacles 2002 Review | Nov-Dec 02 LCN p. 14 | Staff |
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Intro: Around the globe, Living Church of God brethren gathered at 44 sites in 26 countries to keep the Feast of Tabernacles and the Last Great Day in 2002. The following accounts, from many of those sites, are meant to share a small taste of the joy ad peace they experienced. |
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| Feast Roundup 2003 | Nov-Dec 03 LCN p. 18 | Staff |
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Intro: We recently enjoyed one of the most unified, inspiring and uplifting Feast of Tabernacles observances in modern times. As one who attended the Feast 55 times, I can report to you that God's Spirit is truly working in His true Church. |
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| Feast on The Bread of Life | Mar-Apr 99 LCN p. 4 | J. Ogwyn |
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Intro: Jesus Christ declared to a great crowd of His listeners, "I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst" (John 6:35). These words were spoken at one of the early Passover seasons of Jesus' ministry (v. 4). They puzzled His hearers then and they have puzzled many others since. SubHeads: Introducing the Ministry The Gospel to the Poor An Offer of Healing Gaining New Sight |
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| Feast on The Bread of Life | Mar-Apr 99 LCN p. 4 | J. Ogwyn |
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Intro: Jesus Christ declared to a great crowd of His listeners, "I am the bread of life. He who comes to Me shall never hunger, and he who believes in Me shall never thirst" (John 6:35). These words were spoken at one of the early Passover seasons of Jesus' ministry (v. 4). They puzzled His hearers then and they have puzzled many others since. SubHeads: Introducing the Ministry The Gospel to the Poor An Offer of Healing Gaining New Sight |
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| From Passover to Pentecost- Lessons for the Christian Journey | Mar-Apr 01 LCN p. 4 | J. Ogwyn |
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Intro: The first two of the three festival seasons that God gave to His people are connected in a special way. Pentecost is the only festival that is not celebrated on a specific day of the month. Rather, its date can only be calculated by counting from the day of the Wavesheaf- the Sunday that falls within the Days of Unleavened Bread. Why did God connect these two spring festivals in this way? Are there spiritual lessons that He would have His people learn from focusing on this count? Subheads: The Journey from the Red Sea to Sinai Seven Lessons on Which to Meditate |
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| Lessons From Four Passovers | Mar-Apr 04 LCN p. 11 | J. Ogwyn |
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Intro: Our celebration of God's annual festivals plays a major part in helping us really understand His great plan. That plan begins with the Passover and the Days of Unleavened Bread, which come in the early spring. While the importance of the final Passover season of Christ's life is easily recognized, few focus on how significant were each of the four Passovers during His ministry. Did you know, for instance, that Jesus' public ministry both began and ended in Jerusalem during Passover seasons three years apart. Subheads: Identifying Four Passovers Passover 28AD---For God So Loved the World Passover 29AD---Mercy Rather Than Sacrifice Passover 30AD---Feed on the Bread of Life Passover 31AD---In Remembrance of Me |
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| Lessons From the First Passover | Mar-Apr 00 LCN p. 4 | J. Ogwyn |
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Intro: The events of the last two and a half centuries had been incredible. It all began about 1704 BC when the 17-year-old son of Jacob and Rachel had been sold into slavery by his older brothers. Motivated by resentment and jealousy, they sold Joseph to Midianite slave traders who transported him to Egypt. Over the course of the next 20 years, events took an astounding turn. Young Joseph rose from being a slave to being the number two ruler of Egypt, right under Pharaoh himself. Subheads: We Cannot Save Ourselves Resist Compromise Have a Sense of Urgency Resist Discouragement Be Thankful Do Not Look Back The Author and Finisher of Our Faith |
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| Lessons from the Red Sea | Mar-Apr 00 LCN p. 12 | M. Mendiola |
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Intro: The miraculous parting of the Red Sea has inspired generations. Cecil B. DeMille's portrayal of it in the classic movie "The Ten Commandments" remains one of the most memorable special effects ever shown on the silver screen. Who can forget Charlton Heston's portrayal of Moses and the awe-inspiring sight of the Red Sea's waters dividing as the terrified Israelites witnessed Pharaoh's chariots charging upon them? |
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| Pentecost- Lessons from the Old Testament Church | May-June 99 LCN p. 5 | J. Ogwyn |
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Intro: Most Christians understand that the New Testament Church began on the Pentecost after Christ's crucifixion and resurrection. However, every indication suggests that the Old Testament Church also began on Pentecost. This beginning, dated to the time of the Sinai Covenant, occurred seven weeks after the exodus from Egypt. Appreciating this parallel reveals much about the role and the history of God's Church. Subheads: Old Testament Symbols Old Testament Church Eras |
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| Prepare for the Feast of Tabernacles 2000 | Mar-Apr 00 LCN p. 24 | D. Davis |
| Intro Last year's Feast was the first one for the Living Church of God, and virtually everyone who attended felt a renewed spirit of love and unity among the brethren. Subheads: Feast Sites for 2000 |
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| Prepare Now For the Feast of Tabernacles | Mar-Apr 99 LCN p. 15 | D. Davis |
| Intro: Even before the ink was dry on the incorporation papers of the Living Church of God, members were asking, "Where will the Feast sites be for 1999?,,, But why does God give such emphasis to this year-end milestone on the Holy Day Calendar? How should we be preparing for this important time, and how should we observe it when it arrives? SubHeads: Arrangements for 1999 |
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| Rejoicing at the Feast | Sept-Oct 99 LCN p. 11 | G. Ehman |
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Intro: Most professing Christians do not know how to worship God. We see this in the contradictory beliefs and practices of the more than 450 sects, cults and fellowships of Christianity that reveal a confusion rivaling the aftermath of the Tower of Babel. Subheads: True Worship Not a Burden Feast a Centerpiece God is a Rejoicing God A Need to Remain Focused An Awesome Destiny |
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| Sin of Disbelief | Mar-Apr 99 LCN p. 9 | D. Winnail |
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Intro: One of the most exciting concepts that many encountered as a result of their association with the Church of God was the gospel of the coming Kingdom of God. Attending the annual Holy Days to learn more about the plan of God and the purpose of human life was important. The scriptural promise that the reward of true Christians to rule with Jesus Christ when He returns was eye opening. The opportunity to restore this battered planet and re-orient human civilization to God's way of life was inspiring. Life, which for many had been empty, seemed to finally take on real meaning. SubHeads: The Lesson of Israel A Lesson for Today Even Patriarchs and Apostles Banishing Doubts Christian Leaders |
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| The Fall Festivals- A Season of Hope and Glory | Sept-Oct 99 LCN p. 4 | J. Ogwyn |
| Intro: The promises of tomorrow's world offer a very dramatic contrast with the reality of today's. While today's world is rent with pain and sorrow, tomorrow's world is characterized by hope and glory. As we approach the fall festivals, our focus is lifted from what the Bible terms "this present evil world" (Gal. 1:4). Subheads: Trumpets- A Rendezvous with Judgment The Day of Atonement The Feast of Tabernacles The Last Great Day |
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| The First Feast of Tabernacles | Sept-Oct 00 LCN p. 4 | J. Ogwyn |
| Intro: We are all familiar with the story of the first Passover. Every year at that season we look back to the events surrounding God's sparing of the Israelite firstborn and His deliverance of His people from Egypt. We reflect on the lessons to be learned from the events connected with the first Passover and Unleavened Bread season. We also look at the New Testament fulfillment of those types by Jesus Christ, with the events of the Last Supper and His subsequent crucifixion and resurrection. Subheads: A Look at Israel's First Year Coming in Glory The Law of God God's Presence Among Us |
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| The Form and the Power | Mar-Apr 00 LCN p. 18 | D. Hall |
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Intro: Soon we will face the common challenge of removing yeast, baking soda, baking powder, leavened products, and bread crumbs, from our homes. But what utensils or tools do you use to deleaven your home? Do you use a knife, screwdriver and vacuum cleaner? Will you take a sponge to clean your walls? Some overzealous brethren have, in times past, gone to rather humorous extremes. What, specifically, will you use to clean the toaster? Subheads: A Spiritual Feast Focus on Putting in God's Righteousness Help from God's Spirit The New Testament Example Beware of This Leavening |
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| The Threshold of Tomorrow's World | Sept-Oct 01 LCN p. 7 | J. Ogwyn |
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Intro: We, God's people are going to the Feast of Tabernacles this year with many significant events happening in the world around us. While events in the Middle East have dominated the news, important developments are going on behind the scenes in Europe as well. Most of us realize that these days we are preparing to celebrate will finally be fulfilled in the not-too-distant future. Subheads: Why Go to the Feast? The Inauguration of Tomorrow's World |
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| Understanding the "Night to be Much Observed" | Mar-Apr 03 LCN p. 4 | J. Ogwyn |
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Intro: What is the real significance of the occasion observed by the Church of God at the beginning of the first holy day of the Days of Unleavened Bread? Traditionally, brethren have gathered in small groups for a festive occasion of food and fellowship that evening. Why? We do not begin any of the other holy days such as Pentecost or Trumpets in this same way. Subheads: The Relationship of Passover and Unleavened Bread The Timing Examined Resolving a Difficulty A Night to be Much Observed |
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| Why should Christians Keep the Days of Unleavened Bread? | Mar-Apr 99 LCN p. 7 | R. Thiel |
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Intro: In Leviticus 23:5-6, the Bible states, "On the fourteenth day of the first month at twilight is the Lord's Passover. And on the fifteenth day of the same month is the Feast of Unleavened Bread to the Lord, seven days you must eat unleavened bread. "Similarly in Exodus 12:19-20 it states, "For seven days no leaven shall be found in your houses, since whoever eats what is leavened, that same person shall be cut off from the congregation of Israel, whether he is a stranger or a native of the land. You shall eat nothing leavened; in all your habitations you shall eat unleavened bread." Are these Days of Unleavened Bread to be kept now? Why would Christians want to keep them? What happens if they don't? |
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