Divine Celebrations

God’s plan of salvation has always been illustrated in His appointed celebrations. In this series, Brother Jim Dillingham explores four great biblical observances—Passover, the Day of Atonement, the Memorial Service, and the marriage supper of the Lamb—showing how each one reflects the work of Christ and our hope of redemption. These studies reveal the richness of God’s covenants and call us to see how divine principles of life, death, sacrifice, and joy are written into these celebrations.

Passover Qualification

The series begins with the Passover, God’s deliverance of His people from Egypt. This study looks at who was qualified to partake, the role of circumcision, and how the lamb’s sacrifice pointed forward to Christ as our true Passover. The lessons remind us that participation in God’s ultimate Passover—freedom from death—depends on being in covenant with Him through Christ.

The Blood on the Doorpost

The blood of the lamb painted on the doorposts was a sign of faith and obedience. This class explores how Christ is both the doorway and the sacrifice, and how His blood becomes the token of life preserved. It highlights the seriousness of treating that sacrifice with reverence, and the way God teaches that life, under the curse of sin, can be redeemed only through the blood of His Son.

The Tenth Day of the Seventh Month

On the Day of Atonement, the high priest entered the Most Holy with blood and with a cloud of incense. This study explains the symbolism of covering, reconciliation, and access to God’s presence through sacrifice. The rituals of that day pointed forward to the one true atonement accomplished in Christ, whose sacrifice not only covers sin but reveals the righteousness and love of God.

Memorial Service

Jesus instituted the memorial service at Passover, giving bread and wine as symbols of his body and blood. This talk explores why the bread is broken, why the wine is shared, and how these emblems proclaim both His death and resurrection. The memorial is more than remembrance; it is a commitment to live as he lived, reflecting his sacrifice and hope until he returns.

The Bread and the Wine

Bread and wine are central symbols throughout Scripture, accompanying offerings and signifying fellowship with God. This study traces their use and meaning, showing how they represent the two stages of salvation: reconciliation through Christ’s death and life through his resurrection. In the memorial, they call us to share both in his suffering and in his glory.

The Marriage Supper of the Lamb

The series concludes with the promise of the great celebration to come—the marriage of the Lamb and his bride. This hope is described as the time when the saints will be joined to Christ, changed to share his nature, and gathered to rejoice with him in glory. It is the fulfillment of all God’s celebrations, when sorrow is ended and joy is complete in his kingdom.

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