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On the Significance of Rosh Hashanah and Prophecy
- BeTheFire
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We are heading toward a significant date on the Jewish calendar. (Some countries are already there.) The holiday is Rosh Hashanah, which falls on September 24th this year. It's also known as the Feast of Trumpets, a biblically mandated day of celebration with the sounding of the shofar. The fact that a live, televised blowing of 100 shofars is planned is unprecedented and, as you noted, speaks to a sense that prophecies are in motion. (EarthCam Live - Western Wall (Jerusalem, Israel))
Understandably, this raises excitement and anticipation. However, the events leading up to this date, with believers speculating and then being mocked, have been a difficult thing to witness. The division it has caused between brothers and sisters in Christ, as well as the ridicule from non-believers, has been intriguing and disheartening. It is a powerful lesson in why we should live every day with a heart posture of readiness, not tied to a specific date. As Jesus Himself warns us in Matthew 24:36,
"But concerning that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father only."
This powerful verse reminds us that while we are to be watchful, the timing is a secret held by God alone, and our focus should remain on our relationship with Him and our love for one another.
On the Danger of Mocking and Division
What does the Bible say about mocking? It is a very serious issue, and Scripture is clear that we should not do it. Mocking, in a biblical sense, is more than just making fun of someone; it's showing contempt and ridicule. As Galatians 6:7 warns us,
"Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap."
This is a profound warning. It reminds us that treating God's promises, people, or principles with scorn will have serious consequences. It is a humbling thought and should make us step back from such a spirit.
It's disheartening to see believers mock their fellow brothers and sisters, especially when we all know that the day of the Lord is coming. That much is true, and we should live in a way that reflects that reality.
On the Value of a Gentle and Quiet Spirit
One can feel saddened over the divisiveness. We are called to be united, not to tear each other down. God says not to waste time on such things and that He loves a gentle and quiet spirit. This is so important.
While boldness is necessary for preaching the Gospel to the unsaved—and we absolutely must be bold in that—there is a different call when it comes to our interactions with other believers. When we are tempted to be right or to prove someone wrong, we should remember the words of 1 Peter 3:4, which says,
"But let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God's sight is very precious."
God values this quiet, gentle nature. It shows that our confidence is in Him, not in our own knowledge or ability to win an argument. Let's remember to stick to the Gospel and the core truths of our faith, leaving debates and divisions behind. It’s what God calls us to do.
John 13:34-35
A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.”
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