FIRST FRUITS/ PENTECOST
WHAT THIS DAY IS ABOUT
The Feast of First Fruits is the time of harvest. When the Israelites entered into the promise land and offered up their harvest every year to The Most High.
HOW WE CELEBRATE THIS DAY
As we gather on this day to celebrate the Feast of First Fruits, also known as Pentecost, we are reminded of the profound moment when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Disciples. This remarkable event marked the birth of the Church as the Disciples began to speak in diverse tongues, enabling men of all nations to understand their words as if they were uttered in their own native language.
In Acts 20:16, we see the urgency with which Paul approached this sacred festivity: “For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus, because he would not spend the time in Asia: for he hasted, if it were possible for him, to be at Jerusalem the day of Pentecost.” This underscores the significance of Pentecost as a pivotal moment in the Christian faith. It is not merely a historical event but a powerful reminder of God's promise fulfilled—the gift of the Holy Spirit empowering believers for the mission ahead.
As we feast on this day, let us remember the importance of this festival. It symbolizes the gathering of the harvest, the acknowledgment of God's bountiful rewards, and the unity that His Spirit brings to all who believe. May our celebration be not only a time of fellowship and sustenance but also a moment of reflection and gratitude for the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Let us embrace the call to unity, understanding, and purpose as we continue to spread the message of Christ to every corner of the earth.
SCRIPTURES
LEVITICUS 23:9-22
ACTS 2:1, 20:16
1 CORINTHIANS 16:18
TOBIT 2:1
2 MACCABEES 12:32