Feast of Tabernacles - Sermons, Bible Studies, Articles, and Essays

Feast of Tabernacles Basics

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Tabernacles is mentioned in the Bible as the Feast of Ingathering, connected with the harvest. It is a time of gratitude and appreciation for what God has allowed us to reap throughout the year. In Deuteronomy 16, it is again connected with the harvest, and everyone is invited to rejoice in gratitude for God's blessing

What Makes for a Good Feast of Tabernacles?

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In the account of Nehemiah 8, the returned exiles demonstrated a profound devotion during the Feast of Tabernacles, a focus that had been absent since the days of Joshua. On the second day after the Feast of Trumpets, the heads of the fathers' houses, priests, and Levites gathered to Ezra to understand the law. They discovered the

The Feasts of Tabernacles and Unleavened Bread

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David C. Grabbe

The Feast of Tabernacles, as outlined in Leviticus 23, is a seven-day feast to the LORD, emphasizing God's command to keep it fully for all seven days. God declares that this feast must be observed with Him as the central focus, ensuring it remains His feast rather than becoming a mere personal vacation. The instructions in Levitic

Holy Days: Feast of Tabernacles

Bible Study by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Tabernacles pictures the Millennium, a time when the whole earth will rest under the reign of Christ. During this period, survivors of all nations will be gathered, and Jesus Christ will appoint the resurrected saints to rule over them. People will be required to go to Jerusalem for the Feast of Tabernacles to worship

Ecclesiastes and the Feast of Tabernacles (Part 1)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Tabernacles focuses on the contrast between the temporary and the permanent, depicted through the booths in which God made Israel dwell. These booths, lasting only a short time, symbolize temporariness and pilgrimage, reflecting a life on the move toward a destination, not a settled place of residence. They compare to

Fearing God at the Feast (Part One)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

The Feast of Tabernacles stands as the most anticipated event of the year for those who observe it, marking the peak of enjoyment on both physical and spiritual levels. Physically, enjoyment comes from having more to spend during this extended week if one has tithed faithfully, ensuring access to good food, special activities, and

Fearing God at the Feast

Sermonette by David C. Grabbe

We must fear God in order not to fear man. Fearing God plays a large part in the proper observance of Feast of Tabernacles.

Jesus in the Feasts (Part Five): Tabernacles

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Tabernacles holds a significant place among the holy days, pointing us to Christ and His role as our eternal, abiding place. In this sacred time, He is our tabernacle, our home. As commanded in Leviticus 23:33-42, God instructed the children of Israel to dwell in booths during the Feast, reminding them of His provision

Amos 5 and the Feast of Tabernacles

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Tabernacles holds a special place among the feasts of the Lord, eagerly anticipated for its joy and spiritual enrichment. It is often the most enjoyed of all feasts, yet it carries an enjoyable dark side, easily perceived as a vacation or a substitute for other celebrations. The preparation and travel to observe it can

Amos 5 and the Feast of Tabernacles

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Tabernacles, as described in Deuteronomy 14:23, calls for eating before the Lord your God in the place where He chooses to make His name abide, using the tithe of grain, new wine, oil, and the firstborn of herds and flocks, so that you may learn to fear the Lord your God always. Deuteronomy 16:15 further instructs to k

Ecclesiastes and the Feast of Tabernacles (Part 2)

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Tabernacles holds a significant place in understanding the purpose and message conveyed through Solomon's experiences. The Jews assigned the reading of Ecclesiastes during the Feast of Tabernacles, recognizing a connection between the book's purpose and the essence of this feast. The Feast of Tabernacles presents a con

From Both Sides Now and the Feast of Tabernacles

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Mark Schindler

On this wonderful Sabbath, the third day of the Feast of Tabernacles 2024, we gather as God's set-apart people in Myrtle Beach and various sites around the world where He has placed His name. We have made this pilgrimage in reverential fear of God to learn to more faithfully do the works of the law as He reveals them to us. This is

God's Way of Give at the Feast of Tabernacles

'Ready Answer' by Staff

Far from being merely a period of physical feasting or indulgence, the Feast of Tabernacles is fundamentally a time of giving. God commands His children to give to family, employees, ministers, strangers, orphans, widows, and the church during this period. Even in financially tight years when managing Feast expenses is challenging,

Deception, Idolatry, and the Feast of Tabernacles

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Tabernacles holds a significant place in the framework of God's plan, providing insight into the direction of history and shaping the lives of those who observe it. It is an integral part of God's purpose, and after the return of Jesus Christ, every nation on earth will be required to keep this feast, as highlighted in

Fearing God at the Feast (Part Two)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

The Feast of Tabernacles carries a command to rejoice, set within the context of living in temporary dwellings and remembering the pilgrimage of the children of Israel through the wilderness. Several elements define this Feast, including the second tithe and its harvest festival nature, the temporary dwellings reminiscent of Israel

The Feast Is Coming!

CGG Weekly by John O. Reid

As the Feast of Tabernacles approaches, we anticipate the longed-for high point of the year, an opportunity to meet where God will be and to hear His Word. It is not merely a chance to escape mundane work or seek entertainment, but a time to gather before God, prioritizing His messages and fellowship with members of His Family over

The Feast: Vacation or Holy Time?

CGG Weekly by Mark Schindler

The Feast of Tabernacles is a significant holy time that God has set apart for our benefit and to His honor and glory. It is not merely a vacation, though it includes aspects of being away from home, free from work or school, with extra money, staying in hotels, eating out, and engaging in unusual activities. Its purpose, however,

Tabernacles and Unleavened Bread (2019)

Sermonette by David C. Grabbe

The Feast of Tabernacles is a memorial that helps establish the right memories, keeping us pointed in the right direction. It involves staying in temporary dwellings to remember that God made Israel dwell in booths when He brought them out of Egypt. The Feast serves as a reminder of transitoriness, impermanence, and complete depend

Fearing God at the Feast (Part Three)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

The Feast of Tabernacles, as outlined in Leviticus 23:40-43, encompasses four key elements that reflect God's faithfulness, a central theme of the celebration. The first element involves the second tithe, tied to the Feast as a harvest festival, while the second highlights temporary dwellings, recalling Israel's wilderness journey.

Rejoice at the Feast

Sermonette by Mike Ford

Two weeks from now, we will be headed to San Antonio to observe the Feast of Tabernacles. As commanded in Deuteronomy 16:13-14, we shall observe this feast for seven days after gathering from the threshing floor and winepress, rejoicing together with our sons, daughters, servants, Levites, strangers, fatherless, and widows. We are

Feast: Command of God?

Sermonette by Ronny H. Graham

Keeping God's annual Sabbaths are just as much a mandate on God's people as keeping the Ten Commandments.

Teachings From Tabernacles (2021)

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David C. Grabbe

The Feast of Tabernacles, also called the Feast of Ingathering, is first mentioned in Exodus 23 as a harvest festival, evoking thoughts of abundance and respite from labor with a focus on the fruit of one's labors. This harvest theme is reiterated in later passages, emphasizing a personal application where the fruit God is most int

Preparing for the Feast

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Tabernacles holds a cherished place in the hearts of those in God's church, marking a vibrant culmination of the year that energizes us for the challenges ahead. It blends spiritual and physical fulfillment, eagerly anticipated with a hope for joy surpassing any other occasion. Yet, it remains largely unknown to the wo

Teachings from Tabernacles

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David C. Grabbe

The Feast of Tabernacles, also called the Feast of Ingathering, is first mentioned in Exodus 23 as a harvest festival, marking the time when crops are gathered from the field, evoking thoughts of abundance and a break from labor. It is a time to celebrate the fruit of one's labors, reflecting the agricultural harvest that Israel wa

Rejoice in God's Feast

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Tabernacles holds a significant place among God's commanded observances, emphasizing both rejoicing and sacrifice. God has established this feast with a purpose, not merely as a time of celebration, but as an occasion to reflect on His ways and to share the fruits of one's labor, both physical and spiritual. Historical

Sharing Our Lives at the Feast

Article by Mark Schindler

One of the great blessings that God grants us each year is the command to observe His holy days, which provide for our needs in ways we may not fully comprehend. Among these, the Feast of Tabernacles stands out as a unique time, offering a whole week to dwell together in one place. This period allows us to spend extra time with oth

Make This the Best Feast Yet

Sermonette by Hunter D. Swanson

We need to strive to have the 'best Feast ever' attitude as we approach the Feast. The quality of the Feast increases as we serve others.

How to Have a Great Feast

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

The Feast of Tabernacles holds a special place as a time of profound spiritual significance, a holy convocation called by God Himself. It is not merely a vacation or a church convention, but a sacred gathering where God places His name and presence among His people. These are His feasts, owned and directed by Him, where all worship

Amos 5 and the Feast

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)

The feasts of God are events we eagerly anticipate with great positivity. Even before they conclude, we are already planning for the next one, reflecting how much they mean to us as part of our fellowship with God. We are intended by Him to enjoy these annual occasions, alongside their spiritual purposes and rewards. However, cauti

That Great Day of the Feast

Sermonette by Ryan McClure

In the Millennium, God will call all nations of the world to Jerusalem to be taught by God, to receive His Holy Spirit to know Him and His way of life.

Fall Feast Lessons

Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The world will learn that God judges—that He has the ultimate decision over everything. After Satan is bound, God will bring about seven reconcilements.

Jesus and the Feast (Part Two): Belief in the Spirit

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

On the last day of the Feast, Jesus proclaimed Himself as the One who will dispense God's Spirit, amplifying the promise He had made to the woman at the well.

The Feast Brings Hope

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John O. Reid

The Feast of Tabernacles gives us hope that all the perversions will be destroyed, making way for God's righteousness to prevail upon the earth.

Jesus and the Feast (Part One): Alignment With God

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Only in John 7 do we find some evidence of Tabernacles and the Eighth Day, providing a gold mine to discover what was on Jesus's mind during this time.

Seeking A New Home

Sermonette by Clyde Finklea

We are seeking a permanent dwelling in God's Kingdom. In our on-going sanctification process, we are not yet home, but trudging along the way in our pilgrimage.

As He Is Holy (Part Two)

CGG Weekly by Ronny H. Graham

Do we truly believe that what God has made holy is sacred to Him? When we ignore or trample on His holy things, how close are we to Nadab or Ananias?

Do Not Confuse the Lessons (Part One)

CGG Weekly by Mark Schindler

Valuable lessons may be learned when we observe the feasts God's way, but they would get lost if we tried to apply to them what we believe are good ideas.

Tithing: Second Tithe

Bible Study by Martin G. Collins

God commands us to keep His feasts and holy days, and He also makes funds available for us to do so—by saving second tithe.

Looking Back to the Future

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh

The dwelling in booths and the sacrifices were the context for rejoicing at the Feast of Tabernacles. The booths depict our current lives as pilgrims.

Whatsoever Your Heart Desires

Sermonette by Mark Schindler

We must not construe the term, "whatever our heart desires," as a pass to sin, but we should use every occasion to grow in thinking and acting like God.

Are the Blood Moons Significant? (Part Three)

CGG Weekly by David C. Grabbe

It is unusual for lunar eclipses to occur on God's holy days. Understanding those days helps us to find the right significance to the blood moons.

Whatever Your Heart Desires

'Ready Answer' by Staff

The Bible tells us that at the Feast of Tabernacles, we can spend our money on whatever we desire. Do we indulge ourselves, or do we enhance the Feast for others?

What We Can Learn from Booths

Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

God intends for us to learn daily lessons from living in booths during the Feast of Tabernacles, a joyous time after the harvest has been taken in.

Are We Really Committed?

Sermonette by Mark Schindler

Brethren, we are gathered here at the Feast of Tabernacles this week to ensure that we do not falter in our commitment to God. This is our time to come with our second tithe to the place where God has put His name, to utterly destroy the false gods within ourselves, and to carefully inventory every aspect of our lives over the past

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Feast of Tabernacles - Sermons, Bible Studies, Articles, and Essays