1. The Feasts of Israel A Portrait of Messiah
Rev. Jorge Sedaca, National Director
Chosen People Ministries Canada

2. Purpose of Feasts: To reveal God’s plan
To celebrate God’s faithfulness
To point to Messiah Jesus
To give hope for daily living
To get a glimpse of the future

3. Main Feasts: Pesach (Passover)
Redemption from slavery in Egypt
Salvation of first born from death
God’s mighty acts
Key Elements:
Passover lamb
Unleavened bread (Matzo)
Bitter herbs
Four cups

4. Rosh HaShanah (Trumpets)
Beginning of Jewish civil year
Beginning of Ten Days of Awe
Prepares Israel for upcoming repentance
Key Elements:
Blowing of Shofar
Remembrance
Kingship of God

5. Yom Kippur (Atonement)
Atone for the sins of Israel
Israel’s holiest day
God provides forgiveness
Key Elements:
Confession, repentance, and reconciliation
Prayer and fasting
Scapegoat carries sins outside and dies

6. Sukkot (Tabernacles) Remember 40 years in the wilderness in tents
Celebrates Fall harvest
God’s provision and faithfulness
Key Elements:
Dwell in temporary booths
Branches and songs of praise
God’s provision, presence, promise, and prophecy