Obedience: A Study In DeuteronomySample

What does it say?

Moses reviewed instructions for the celebration of Passover, the Feast of Weeks, and the Feast of Tabernacles. 

What does it mean?

The feasts of Passover, Weeks, and Tabernacles were significant national events to the children of Israel. Three times a year the nation would come together to participate in specific acts of corporate worship. Focus was given to what God had done and what He was going to do. And, as a part of these events, each man would travel to a central location in Israel to bring offerings to God. These feasts were an opportunity to worship, reflect, and celebrate. They also served to keep the nation’s attention on the One who delivered them and the future that He promised.

How should I respond?

Failing to reflect on what God has previously done for us can hinder our ability to recognize what He is doing right now. The busyness of life often crowds out time to refocus, examine our priorities, and give God the recognition He deserves. How can you purposefully refocus your attention on God? What specific provision can you thank Him for? How has His love, mercy, grace, or holiness been evident to you this year? Starting right now, make spiritual reflection a regular practice. Then celebrate what God has done and worship Him for Who He is.