The Fall Festivals – Jerold Aust ucg.org

Long before modern maps, people used creative methods to represent their world. For example, the Marshall Islanders crafted stick charts to depict winds and wave patterns, while Eskimos carved coastal maps from ivory, and early Europeans sketched maps on cave walls. The concept of mapping is deeply human, representing a form of communication and understanding. Even today, we use the term “map” to describe plans for the future.

In the Bible, God provides a spiritual map through His annual festivals, which outline humanity’s path to salvation. Sadly, mainstream Christianity has often ignored this map, replacing God’s Holy Days with traditional holidays like Christmas and Easter. However, God’s festivals, particularly those in the autumn, provide clear symbols of His plan for humankind.

The Feast of Trumpets, for instance, symbolizes the return of Jesus Christ, when His followers will be transformed into immortal beings. The Day of Atonement follows, representing the removal of Satan and the demonic forces that deceive humanity. Next, the Feast of Tabernacles portrays a time of universal peace and prosperity under Christ’s reign. Finally, the Eighth Day or Last Great Day symbolizes the opportunity for all humanity, including those who never knew God, to receive salvation.

These festivals map out God’s step-by-step plan, leading to the ultimate goal: eternal life in His Kingdom.

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