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Appointed Times....

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 Living in expectation of the Messiah's return to Jerusalem causes one, or should, to wholeheartedly commit to the ways of YHVH.  What does it matter whether the moed are prioritised and kept?  Surely if He is a Father of love and mercy He understands our humanity and this modern age that we live in.  Well the answer is, of course He does, which is why the cyclic appointed days were established to be a constant reminder and encouragement of His redemptive plan for humanity.  As The Day approaches it is increasingly important to return to the ancient paths and be encouraged with the fellowship of others who are set apart to Him alone.  


This week we celebrated Yom Teruah with shouts, shofar blasts and praise.  How we long for the day when we will hear that heavenly shofar sound and see the kodesh ones gathered to see Him establish His kingdom from Jerusalem.  No 'safety exit rapture doctrine' could possibly be as dramatic as the reality of what scripture promises.  However, there is so much chatter in the christian and messianic communities, all trying to garner followers of their 'prophetic' pontification, that the real message of these appointed times is being lost. 


 To be honest, I'd be tempted to have a modicum of respect if there was discussion focussing on the requirement to action our observance rather than sitting passively to watch and observe.  Yeshua will not be joined by those sitting in the peanut gallery; He will be joined by those who have been actively and passionately pursuing Him and His ways.

Next week we will be joining the commonwealth of Israel in observing and celebrating Yom Kippur and Sukkot.  How blessed are we who have our hope and faith in Yeshua!  


Hebron comes into its own at this time of year.  Surely we are blessed of all people!  We get to come together and enjoy each other's company, meditate on the majesty of YHVH in the beautiful surrounds, all the while being comfortably ensconced in expansive accommodation.


May all who call upon His Name be found and filled with His shalom during this kodesh time.

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  1. JustinSeptember 21, 2015 at 9:42 AM

    Good post! The central message of the Gospel is Love; Love The Lord Your God with all your heart, soul, and strength, and love your neighbor as yourself. I've found on the journey that love has to do with being obedient (John 14:15) What can you do with a servant you can trust? What about one you can not?.

    Many people will think they served God by doing things in life, but it will always be measured by the heart; if it was done in Spirit and Truth, for God, others, or the self (always want to be careful of living for the self alone, comforts, etc.). Honestly I'm very thankful God has mercy on the weak and the lame, and people who realize that we are sinners in desperate need of that mercy. Such as the attitude I've seen you your self demonstrate.

    Coming to realize this reality in Spirit and truth is what puts a person on the path of repentance from dead ways, and causes a person to not rely on their own understanding but in all their ways acknowledge God's, which ignites living waters that well up from the inside and spill over.

    Anyway Great post and thanks for the simple example that you guys set in your lives as you walk the path and seek to be pleasing before God. Many Blessings upon you as you seek follow Him more perfectly all the time!

    Chag Sameach!

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    1. Annette PikeSeptember 24, 2015 at 10:52 PM

      Love this time of year when we set aside time to join the commonwealth of Israel in honouring Him and His redemptive love! Blessings to you all.

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