This course offers a comprehensive exploration of the seven annual Jewish feasts outlined in Leviticus 23 and their prophetic significance, focusing on how these feasts point to the life, work, and future return of Jesus Christ. Students will study the historical, cultural, and spiritual context of each feast, examining their fulfillment in the New Testament, particularly in relation to Christ's first and second comings.
Through an in-depth analysis of key biblical texts, including the Old and New Testaments, students will learn how the feasts serve as "appointed times" (moadim) that reveal God’s redemptive plan for mankind. The course will cover the four spring feasts—Passover, Unleavened Bread, First Fruits, and Pentecost—and their fulfillment in Christ’s death, resurrection, and the birth of the Church. Additionally, students will explore the three fall feasts—Trumpets, the Day of Atonement, and Tabernacles—and their prophetic connection to the return of Christ and His establishment of God’s kingdom on earth.
The course will also address the theological implications of these feasts for Christians today, offering insights into how believers can gain a deeper understanding of the work of Christ, the promise of His return, and the spiritual significance of these ancient celebrations. By the end of the course, students will have a rich appreciation for the deep connections between the Jewish feasts and the overarching narrative of the gospel, fostering a greater understanding of God's redemptive work through His Son, Jesus Christ.
Key Topics:
- The historical and biblical background of the Jewish feasts
- The fulfillment of the spring feasts in the life of Jesus
- The prophetic significance of the fall feasts
- The spiritual meaning of the feasts for modern believers
- How the feasts point to God’s plan for redemption and the second coming of Christ
- A study of key scripture passages in both the Old and New Testaments related to the feasts
This course is designed for anyone interested in deepening their understanding of biblical prophecy, the life of Christ, and the significance of the Jewish feasts in the context of Christian faith.