FEAST OF TRUMPETS:
A VISION FOR OUR FUTURE – BLOG – 39
Date: 9/1/2025
By: Bill Watson
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As the brisk Fall air of Medina, Ohio, begins to arrive, we are reminded to gather on a day of profound spiritual significance—the Feast of Trumpets, observed on the first of Tishri. This year marks the beginning of the new secular year, 5786, according to the Hebrew calendar. It represents reflection and preparation, as it opens a “Holy Day Season” imbued with prophecy and promise. As we reflect upon this day, unraveling its layers, we discover insights that connect our past, present, and future within God’s grand design.
It’s a Time of New Beginnings and Recommitments. The Feast of Trumpets is more than a commemoration; it is a bridge between future promises and actual prophetic fulfillment. As the shofar sounds, harkening us back to the ancient traditions of Israel, it also heralds the Christian anticipation of Christ’s return. The day also marks the beginning of the Days of Awe, a ten-day period that invites introspection, repentance, and rededication, culminating in the Day of Atonement. This period challenges us to realign our lives with divine principles. It ensures that we are spiritually ready for the eventual restitution of all things promised by God at Christ’s return!
The resonating of blowing the shofar on this day is not merely a ritualistic act; it is a powerful symbol echoing through the ages. In ancient times, the sound of the shofar served as a call to worship, a signal for battle, and an announcement of significant events. Today, it represents a metaphor that looks to the anticipatory call of Christ’s return. Daniel 7 and Micah 4 reveal that the sounding of the trumpet signifies the ultimate victory of good over evil and the establishment of God’s kingdom on Earth. Much like the inspirational sounds of bagpipes during World War II, they were a reminder of hope, redemption, and rebuilding for those who endured.
The Fall Holy Days link the sacred calendar to the present tapestry interwoven with prophecy. The Spring festivals are seen as fulfilled through Christ’s life, death, and resurrection, whereas the fall festivals symbolize events yet to unfold. These Holy Days, as depicted in Daniel, Micah, Isaiah, Zechariah, and Jeremiah, outline a future in which God’s law becomes central to the governance of the earth. This period, following Christ’s return, is characterized by a universal reeducation and reformation of the world’s social structure, finally aligning them with divine standards, with Jesus Christ guiding the changes in the millennium.
Integral to this vision is the role of the saints (the Church), who are predestined to serve as kings and priests in this forthcoming world ruling order. Revelation 5:10 foretells a time when believers will reign on Earth, working alongside Christ to implement His divine laws and His righteous justice. This transformation from a natural body to a spirit body [1 Cor. 15:44-49], from mortal to immortal, is a pivotal theme, highlighting our eventual participation in God’s administration.
So, as we navigate a world fraught with division, unrest, and violence, the lessons of the Feast of Trumpets resonate more deeply. The tensions we experience—politically, socially, and spiritually—are like the birth pains preceding the promised new era, which is a type of birthing process [John 16:19-22 & Rom. 8:19-23]. The chaos and polarization we witness are not unlike the prophetic tribulations described in Matthew 24, which clearly suggest the onset of monumental change. Yet, through this turmoil, we are called to steadfastness and faith, assured that enduring until the end will secure our place in the unfolding divine story.
Scripture presents a vibrant biblical vision of the future—a new era characterized by peace, righteousness, and divine governance. Zechariah 14 and Micah 4 describe a time when Christ will return, establishing His kingdom on Earth, transforming it from chaos to harmony. This divine administration will usher in unprecedented spiritual and physical prosperity, as the “mountains,” metaphorically representing nations, flow into this renewed center of divine law.
Central to these themes of prophecy is the assurance of God’s fairness. Questions of ultimate justice—concerning diverse peoples, cultures, and creeds, including those who have never known Christ in particular—are answered through the concepts of resurrection and redemption. The second resurrection, as depicted in Revelation 20:5, affirms God’s plan encompasses all humanity, offering each person the opportunity to enter His kingdom.
So, as we observe the Feast of Trumpets and the Fall Holy Days in general, take time to remind yourself of the extraordinary destiny that awaits you. This day invites us to embrace our roles in God’s unfolding narrative, prepared to share in His divine governance. It challenges us to adopt a vision that extends beyond earthly constraints, anticipating a future secured by faith, forged in righteousness, and revealed through prophecy.
In this period of hope, anticipation, and celebration, may the shofar’s call echo in our hearts, drawing us ever closer to our divine purpose and to the God who orchestrates this “grand plan of redemption and renewal.” So, as we journey through these Holy Days, let us remain vigilant, assured in the promise that our efforts, trials, and faith will lead to a triumphant conclusion, serving humanity as immortal spirit beings in God’s Kingdom.