Dear John and Doves. Thanks so much to you all. You have been a bright spot
each day for many years. I appreciate the inputs from all the members, even
with those I disagree. It has been a wonderful Biblical edcuation. I often
say, God's Word is like a huge gemstone. Man has only the ability to observe
it one angle of light at the time. It is hard to appreciate the beauty of the
whole stone. Each of us has a part to describe and none of us has it all.
Even the flaws we think we see in the interpretation of others is often just the
mote in our own eye. The gemstone itself is a perfect stone.Thanks to Glenn Hall, Annette Rattray and others who have contributed
information this year and last concerning this feast which we are rapidly coming
upon. I still view it as the most designed for the bride and groom. I do not
discount other feasts or dates as the many doves have amply shown there is much
Biblical support concerning them. I do not discount that our sovereign Lord
told us we might not know the day nor hour, though He also said that He told us
all things.I see the 3+1 spring and 3+1 fall feasts as obviously related to the two
branches, the church and the house of Israel (or Judah if you like). I tend to
think the spring is all about summing up the individual plan of salvation and
the fall the summing up of the plan for the nations. We shall know when it
happens. It seems to be related also to the spring feast of Hezekiah and the fall
feast of Solomon, the two greatest feasts ever celebrated in Jerusalem. Both
sets were divided into two sets of 7 days, even a 15th (1st or 8th day) at
the end to go home. Both spring and fall feasts have much mirror (reflected)
imaging.I have combined several articles I wrote last year into one. It is a bit
lengthy, but full of good information. It should provide some provoking thought.
I have added a little at the end, particularly aimed at those left behind.
I think it important. I must note that this year Second Passover falls on the
traditional days of the original Passover. Due to the many articles written
concerning the Mennorah, I have noticed that Firstfruits of Second Passover is
actually the 4th wave offering of the 7 weeks, therefore the middle of the
candle.I am seeing the possibility that the time period of the midnight cry
(resurrection of the dead) to the changing and departure of the bride may be drawn out
a little more than we think. It may mirror Hezekiah's 14 day celebration.
Pentecost comes in to play at the end, just as it should. It could be an
awesome month of May. May 1st is the 10th of Zif/Iyar and the day Noah was warned
to get onboard the ark. Note it is also a Satanic celebration day. May 30th
is Pentecost. The events in between could be --words can't describe it. We
have been wainting a long time. Hope 2004 is it.Love the Doves. May Jesus bless each and every one of you, watch over you
and keep you always. Steve Berryman
Second Passover
Midnight Cry to Pentecost
When the disciples asked Jesus concerning the signs of the end times, he fully answered the details (Matthew 24,25/ Mark 13/Luke 17) to include direct hints at the feast associated with his coming for the bride. The modifications made by Jesus to the Last Supper Passover meal (Matthew 26/Mark 14) specifically for his disciples (future bride) give us further clues all pointing to the Second Passover. I wrote a few letters last year concerning the relationship of the Second Passover to the Noah Ark flood and the rapture/wedding of the church bride. This is a revised summary letter, primarily for any new members, but with some added thoughts that may be useful to all.
As the Second Passover celebration (second month) (Numbers 9:6-13) is an exact duplicate of the First Passover celebration (first month) (only difference is the days of the week), then we can hopefully narrow this rapture date down to a 14 day period. Additionally, because it is a replica, we may be able to compare calendar (day events) that concern both Passover periods, i.e. Noah, the exodus and later crossing of Jordan, and the crucifixion of Jesus. I note that this year (2004) the traditional Passover days of the week line up with the Second Passover, not the First. The many Dove articles concerning the Menorrah make me realize that the Firstfruits celebration in Second Passover falls at the 4th Wave Offering, the middle of the seven.
In the parable of the ten virgins (Matthew 25:1-12) Jesus describes a separation taking place in the end days. The Lord (groom) appears and takes his ready bride away with him to their wedding. The door to heaven is then shut. The virgins who are left cry "Lord, Lord, open to us," but he answers "I know you not."
As I was searching for clues as to exactly when the tarrying groom (on a far journey) would show, I noticed in verse 6 that Jesus says "And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom cometh, go ye out to meet him." This leads to some commotion between the virgins in verses 8-10. Ultimately, it is at the point of the midnight cry that some realize they are not ready to meet the groom. Let’s analyze this.
The greatest midnight cry recorded in scripture occurs at the initial Passover (Exodus 11:4-7). Here the last plague of Moses causes the death of all the firstborn of Egypt resulting in Pharaoh’s release of the Israelites from their bondage. Lets do some quoting as this has some interesting remarks. Beginning in verse 4, "And Moses said, Thus saith the Lord, About midnight will I go out into the midst of Egypt: And all the firstborn of Egypt shall die….." "And there shall be a great cry throughout all the land of Egypt, such as there was none like it, nor shall be like it any more." "But against the children of Israel shall not a dog move his tongue, against man or beast: that ye may know how that the Lord doth put a difference between the Egyptians and Israel."
I really love that last sentence. We note that when Jesus had his last Passover meal with his disciples (believers/virgins/His church), that he modified it (or made a new feast out of it) to the Lord’s supper. We partake of the bread (His body shed for us) and of the wine (His blood shed for us) for the remission of sins. We may partake of this feast as often as we wish. Further, believers are the seed of Abraham (Israelites) and Egyptians represent to world, which we are commanded to be separate from. I believe most of the wise virgins are undergoing trials and affliction at this point as were the Israelites. God is coming to show the world that He does indeed make a difference between his bride and the world. The bride is worthy to stand before the Son of man and to escape the coming tribulation (Luke 21:36). The unwise/lukewarm believers who made little or no effort to be separate from the world (too worldly) will find themselves left behind for more trying (affliction) in the fires of the tribulation to be made pure (worthy). They will have to decide between God and mammon.
A little further discussion on this point: As death and the dead are central themes in the redemption and reconciliation of man as are both Passover feasts, I do believe we may be able to connect these two midnight cries. To complete the analogies between the two midnight cries we must be able to see the relationship of Egypt and Israel to the world and Jesus’ church bride. Egypt like Babylon is often used in symbolic reference to the world system that scripture tells us to come out of. This world system is an invention of Satan. As for Israel, we are not talking about the Jews, but the spiritual seed of Abraham through Jesus Christ. Note that it is the firstborn that die. Note that the cry is so great that it is described in the same terms as the great tribulation (Matthew 24:21).
What might the midnight cry be? We discussed earlier that death was a central theme of God’s plan for the redemption and reconciliation of man. The first Passover is about redemption through the death of Jesus. We are defiled by the touching of the dead, even the symbolic eating of his dead body and blood shed for our sins. Even the bride has symbolically died and been buried in baptism with Christ. We are dead to this world though many lukewarm believers will not let go (come out of) it (a major mistake). This Second Passover is about reconciliation and marriage into God’s family.
The death of Egypt’s firstborn caused the midnight cry above. What we should then see here is a reverse image of the Egyptian firstborn death. I’ve learned that God likes the use of reverse imaging. We should see the resurrection of the firstborn (born again first fruits) Israelites (the dead in Christ bride). At the time of the midnight cry in Matthew 24:6, God is going to demonstrate to the world that he does indeed put a difference between the people of Egypt (the world) and Israel (his faithful bride). The midnight cry that stirs the virgins to state "Behold, the bridegroom cometh" is caused by the resurrection of those dead in Christ.
Let’s look at 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. "I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep…" "For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Jesus will God bring with him." "For this we say unto you by the word of the Lord, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of the Lord shall not prevent (precede) them which are asleep." "For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first." "Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet the Lord in the air: so shall we be ever with the Lord." "Wherefore comfort (cheer) one another with these words."
Chapter 5:1-9, then puts all this into context describing world conditions on this Day of the Lord and exhorting the bride to remain sober and watch so that this day does not overtake her as a thief. Verse 9 relates it to the coming tribulation by saying "God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ".
The dead rise first, then those alive. But, there are no details concerning how much time there is between the two. Definitely, there is enough time to distinguish that it is two separate events. Let’s look again at how much time the virgins seem to have in Matthew 25:6-10. "And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom cometh; go ye out to meet him." " Then all those virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps." "And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out." "But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you; but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves." "And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage; and the door was shut." "Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us." "But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not."
There is definitely a time period between the resurrection/departure of the dead and the bride meeting up with them and the groom in the air. There is time for some verbal exchange with those not prepared. When the bride departs, God shuts the door (just like in the Ark). Matthew 24:51 says of those left behind, "…there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth." We note that many who supped with Jesus, even those who preached and did miracles in His name are left behind.
How might this help us narrow the possible dates of the rapture? Let’s look at the 2004 Second Passover calendar and the overlapping events that occurred during both Passover feasts. Only difference with the First Passover dates is the day of the week. We run two days later.
In parenthesis below are events specific to the First Passover. However, if the Second Passover was to be identical to the First Passover, then there is a certain mirror image about it. We ought to note how it would look. These dates are for the second month of Zif/Iyar. Besides a First Passover layover, the Biblical historical events of these Second month days are noted.
Side Note: Events recorded in the Old Testament are based on God’s sacred calendar started just prior to the exodus with the first month being Abib/Nisan and Tishri the seventh month. I believe it applicable to the Noah/Ark story as well. I believe they got on/off the ark as stated in the second month, not the 8th . This would have meant they got off at the start of fall/winter, not very logical. It may though have mirror image implications to the fall feasts. There does seem to be a mirror image quality to the spring (3+1) feasts and the fall (3+1) feasts. Mirror reflecting duality is noted throughout scripture. I believe the spring feast more associated with the gentile church and God’s redemptive plan for the individual. I believe the fall feast more associated with the nation of Israel and hence the Second Coming of Christ. But, if the trumpet does not sound this spring, we will be looking at the summer, then fall and on to next year, faithfully watching.
Second Month, Zif/Iyar Calendar:
10th: Sat, May 1st: Lamb brought into home; Ark loading begins; Israelites cross Jordan.
11th: Sun, May 2nd: (Palm Sunday in 1st Passover Feast)
12th: Mon, May 3rd
13th: Tues, May 4th.
14th: Wed, May 5th: Passover preparation; lamb slain, Passover meal at evening.
14th-15th: May 5-6: (About midnight the Angel of the Lord passes over. A great cry. Firstborn of Egypt die). Might we expect a mirror [reflected/reverse] image at the Second Passover, i.e. a resurrection of the firstborn dead in Christ?
15th: Thurs, May 6th: 7 days of unleavened bread begins.
16th: Fri, May 7th:
17th: Sat, May 8th: God shuts Ark door and flood (tribulation?) begins. Satan suffered a major defeat/setback when the flood destroyed his kingdom. (1st Passover- Jesus may have actually arose this day, Satan’s next big defeat).
18th: Sun, May 9th: 4th Wave Offering…middle of the 7 weeks. (Resurrection Sunday and First Fruits in First Passover Feast).
19th: Mon, May 10th.
20th: Tues, May 11th.
21st: Wed, May 12th: Feast of Unleavened Bread Ends. Holy Convocation and Feast.
22nd-28th: Hezekiah extends his great 2nd Passover feast an extra seven days.
Note: 27th Zif/Iyar, May 18th is Ascension Day. Hezekiah’s extension takes us to one day after Ascension Day. Ascension Day would be normally 10 days before Pentecost if First Passover had began on the traditional Wednesday. This year, I believe Pentecost falls on May 30th.
My suspicion is that the period from the midnight cry (resurrection of the dead) to the departure of the living saints (bride) may be drawn out more than we think. It may involve two sets of 7 days as in Hezekiah’s celebration. Comparing his celebration, the parable of the 10 virgins, the Isaac/Rebecca espousal and lastly noting the story in Luke 11, we might examine the above period beginning the 10th of Zif/Iyar (May 1) to Pentecost (May 30). The month of May could be awesome. Note: we are dealing with God’s time with a day beginning at sunset and possibly Jerusalem being "mean time". The midnight cry (resurrection of the dead in Christ), the changing of the bride into immortal bodies, the separation of the bride and the Pentecostal outpouring of the Holy Spirit on those left behind may be scattered over this entire time period.
(1) The 10th is interesting because Noah was told by God to begin loading the ark. He was warned there would be a flood in 7 days. This is also the date that the lamb was to be brought into the home in preparation for the Passover as well as Second Passover. Lastly, 10th day of the 1st month the Israelites crossed over the Jordan River into the Promised Land. Again I say this because Second Passover is to be an exact duplicate of First Passover. We are to remember the events that took place on these days in both months. A possible comparison: Christ has given His followers a New Testament and a new feast, but He also expects us to know our history through the Israelites and the Old Testament. We had to have the law before we could get grace.
(2) The 15th is very interesting because it is the day of the Passover meal and the midnight cry (14th-15th). Further, during the exodus the Israelites entered the wilderness of Sin on this day in the second month and began to eat manna from heaven. Further, 40 years later when they entered the promised land, the manna ended on this day in the first month. The 7 days of unleavened bread feast begins this day.
(3) The 17th is conspicuous because it was the day God shut the door to the ark and the flood (tribulation?) began. My guess is it parallels God shutting the door to the unwise virgins. Jesus was likely resurrected on this day in the first month in the wee hours just prior to sunrise the 18th. By my guess, it may have been the day in the first month that Pharaoh and his armies were drowned in the Red Sea. By all accounts it is a day that Satan has suffered at least two major defeats at the hands of God.
(4) The 18th of the first month stands out as a day of celebration. It is the day of First Fruits offering as well as the day that we celebrate Christ’ resurrection. The Second Passover First Fruits is actually the 4th Wave Offering (by my count) of the 7 weeks of counting the Omer, making it the middle of the 7 weeks and the middle of the Mennorah.
(5) The 21st is the last day of the celebration of 7 days unleavened bread. It must be kept in mind however, that Hezekiah extended this feast an extra seven days which will take us through Ascension Day (27th of Iyar) to the 28th. Note: Hezekiah’s Second Passover Feast and Solomon’s temple dedication Feast in the seventh month are the two greatest feasts ever held in Jerusalem (2 Chron 30:26). Hezekiah’s feast is in the spring and Solomon’s feast in the fall. Hezekiah’s Second Passover repeats First Passover and overlaps Ascension Day. It leaves us a 10 to 12 day period to Pentecost. This 10-12 days will be discussed further at the end of this article.
This resurrection/departure (rapture) appears to unfold in two parts. We discussed yesterday the duality God has used in the redemption and reconciliation plan for man. This is further demonstrated in the two Passover feasts. Based strictly on the evidence we have so far, I would hazard to say that the midnight cry created by the resurrection of the dead in Christ would happen on the 15th (our May 6 or night of the 5th). By the 17th (our May 8th) I would expect the rapture of the living in Christ followed by God shutting the door. The next day would be first fruits in heaven. We might get some sort of warning on the 10th (May 1). I’m just doing some educated speculating here.
However, we may see that this is drawn out over a longer period than we might suppose. It may be that the changing of the living is not at the same time as the resurrection of the dead. I see both Hezekiah’s feast and Solomon’s feast as both conducted in two sets of 7 days.
Note all the virgins got excited when the midnight cry was made. They knew the coming of their Lord was near. They all began to "trim their lamps". No distinction is initially made between the two groups. I’m just old enough to know that to trim a lamp, you trim the wicks to get the best and brightest flame, just like trimming sails gets you the best catch of the wind. The feast of unleavened bread parallels the trimming of lamps. Confessing and repenting will be a hot subject during this time for many as it was during Hezekiah’s feast.
But as the virgins begin to trim their lamps to go meet their Lord, a distinction between the two groups arises. The unwise notice that their lamps do not grow brighter, but are flickering out due to a low level of oil. Is this the time that the two notice a difference between them? Do the unwise notice that the wise now have glorified bodies? There is at least time for the unwise to ask of the wise some oil (Holy Spirit anointing). There is time for the wise to reply and there is time for the unwise to leave and go to those that sell. It is when they return that they find the wise have departed and the door to the wedding is shut.
Note: I do not believe we have to eat the Passover meal in heaven on the 15th because during the Last Supper, Jesus changed the meal for his bride into the Lord’s Supper. This he directed us to eat when and as often as we want. I do not know what to make of Noah’s 7 day warning unless something notable is to happen on the 10th nor do I understand the full ramifications of the length of the unleavened bread feast and Hezekiah’s extension. I do note that both Hezekiah and Solomon’s feast were each 2X7 days (14 days) and on Solomon’s they went home on the 8th (15th) or first day. Very joyous I might add.
A guess is that during the first 7 days (midnight cry Zif/Iyar 14 until the 21st) there is the resurrection of the dead and a great celebration (as well as casting out of leaven--repenting) going on amongst expectant believers (trimming the lamps). UFO’s might be the topic of the other side, ha. The second 7 days might involve the changing of the wise virgins into glorified bodies and the subsequent conversations between the two. If this drags out these 14 days (or any amount of days), there are going to be a lot of full churches, confessing, repenting, preaching and brotherly witnessing. Maybe Ascension day or the next (last day of Hezekiah’s feast) or even the next (the day they seem to have gone home), the bride is raptured/separated. This leaves us about 10 days to Pentecost.
Again, let’s look at the details of Hezekiah’s feast. Remember the rules of Passover, that only Israelites could participate. They had to be clean and the priest sanctified. Many attended who were not sanctified, therefore did not participate as written. It be noted that the tribes of Ephraim, Manasseh, Issachar and Zebulun are singled out as having many not sanctified. Earlier in verse 10 we note that when Hezekiah sent out the invitation to attend, many in these same tribes laughed them to scorn and mocked them. Sounds to me like many in our country today. In comparison, only believers (the church) are to partake in the Lord’s Supper as well. Hezekiah sees the discrepancy and prays to the Lord to pardon (forgive) them every one.
I would think there be a comparison between the sanctified attendees and glorified wise virgins, also the unsanctified attendees and unwise virgins. To continue, they feast 7 days with gladness, making peace offerings and confession to the Lord. I think there will be a lot of this going on. They then take counsel to extend the feast another 7 days. Verse 27, their voice and prayers came up to His holy dwelling place even unto heaven. End of feast, end of chapter.
Now, what about the unwise left behind virgins. It is my view that scripture is telling us that participation in the first resurrection (in several parts) is a matter of worthiness. It began with Jesus and those early resurrected saints, even Enoch and Elijah. It will continue with the resurrection of the worthy dead in Christ (very soon), immediately followed by the rapture/separation of those worthy living in Christ. These have met the qualification of Luke 21:36 and all of Paul’s exhortation to come out of the world, making every effort to keep the commandments of Jesus. These Jesus tells us He will come in and dine with (anoint with extra Holy Spirit). While Jesus only is able and has authority to judge, I expect that this group is noted by its fruit of the spirit. This is not to be confused with gifts of the spirit or how many souls you have brought to Christ. It is certainly not related to any position in the hierarchy of man’s church organization.
Salvation is free, without works. Note that Paul was a chief preacher of this doctrine, though it is indeed the doctrine of Jesus Christ. Yet, note that Paul himself always worried about his worthiness and exhorted us to reach for something more. So did Jesus. He wanted us to separate from this world and literally live His Word, to keep His commandments. There is reward in this. Every time that Jesus spoke of the free gift of salvation, it was in terms of resurrection to eternal life. Revelation 20:11-15, tells us of the great white throne judgment at the end of the 1000 year kingdom. This is the second resurrection. Those with nothing more than the free gift of salvation (who believed on Jesus, even on His name) are resurrected along with all others great and small. At this time, those found written in the book of life receive the gift of everlasting life and those not are cast into the lake of fire.
Now, what about those rewards. The bride (Rev 5:9-10, Luke 21:36 and those whom the open door is extended in Rev chp 2 and 3) will not only be able to escape the coming great tribulation, but will also be kings and priests with Jesus during His 1000 year kingdom.
What about the unwise virgins who were spewed out of Jesus’ mouth because they were lukewarm and too worldly? No, they have not lost their salvation. The good news is if they do not take the mark nor worship the beast, they too can receive the reward of participating in the first resurrection (the last part) and they too can serve in the kingdom (Rev 5:9-17, Rev 20:4-6). On these the second resurrection have no power. The sad part is most will die as martyrs for Christ during the tribulation (Rev13:15-18). They will be resurrected and will attend the marriage supper of the Lamb and bride (Rev 19:9). Some call this rapture 2. I’m not at all sure that any live to this point, therefore to me it is strictly a resurrection. Maybe some do.
It is very important to note here, especially should this Second Passover period be the one we look forward to. There will be those left behind. When it comes to worthiness, I am as nervous as anybody. My guess is that this is the group identified as "few be chosen." Paul just didn’t understand the competition for last place when he said he was the least of all saints, ha. My guess though, is those who believe themselves self righteous are in perhaps greatest danger.
For those left behind, lets note a couple of passages in Revelations. The first is 13:7-8. The beast is given power to make war with the saints (all nations, tongues and kindreds). All who are not written in the book of life will worship the beast. Sweat should begin to break out. Now read Rev 14:9-13. Anyone who worships the beast or receives his mark will receive the wrath of God and be tormented for ever and ever in the presence of angels. This is an all or nothing proposition. When God said he would try these worldly lukewarm saints in the fires of the tribulation----I don’t have words----as we say in the South, God ain’t whistling Dixie. You will suffer and die for Christ as did many first century Christians. You will have to choose between mammon and God, this world or Jesus Christ. There is no middle ground. The better way is to make that choice right now.
Those left behind leads to my take on this about 10 day period. The first thing I want to say: there is no way that those who were too weak to choose between the world and Christ in the good times will be able to stand up to the world of the Antichrist when faced with the loss of all property, freedom and even life. The good news: The Holy Ghost will not disappear with the bride. The original Pentecostal power and maybe even greater will be there too aid you. Angels will preach to you and help you (Rev 14:6-7). The two witnesses will come. Though the left behind were not close enough to Jesus for him to select as the bride, they are still Jesus’ friends and he will not neglect to give of them 3 loaves, if they ask.
Let’s talk about receiving that Pentecostal power of the Holy Spirit. We note in the Isaac – Rebecca story that Isaac’s servant went to get his bride (Gen 24:38-67). Note in verse 55 (sweet #, ha) that Rebecca’s brother and mother ask the servant if she can stay a few days, at least 10 (but maybe one or two more?). The servant refuses and they depart the next morning. It is possible that these 10 days also have to do with 10 literal days of tribulation. Laban was close kin of Abraham and Sarah, though not the chosen family of promise. I believe that the unwise will have to wait about 10 days as did the disciples of Jesus for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit with Pentecostal power.
Let’s look at Luke chapter 11 (a number of division/separation). I see this as a follow on message to the unwise virgins of Matthew 25. An unidentified man is being visited by a friend on a long journey (clue—Jesus is the man on a long journey). This man has not enough to set before his visiting friend. He then goes to his other friend "at midnight" (another clue) to borrow some bread, even 3 loaves (number of the Holy Spirit). I see both friends as the one and only Jesus Christ. He is playing both parts, the near and far friend. The friend tells the man to trouble him not, the door is now shut and my family is with me in bed. He will not give him the bread because he is his friend, but because of his importunity (cast into the tribulation) he will rise and give him all that he needeth. It goes on, ask and it shall be given you, for all that ask receiveth.
Note how this connected to the parable of the 10 virgins of Matthew 25. The door to the wedding is now shut, but the unwise come knocking on the door, 25:10-12. They needed more oil for their lamps. In Luke, the man needs more bread. This man is a friend of Jesus and comes knocking on His door at midnight. Jesus will not open the door and let him in because His family is in bed. In fact, His new bride is in the bed. Sadly he was not a close friend or he would not have been rejected as worthy to be the bride.
Jesus does take pity on him, not because he is his friend, but because of his importunity. Satan now has full attention to the destruction of both the believers and the house of Israel. Jesus will send the Holy Spirit with all three loaves of Pentecostal power. I suspect they will have to wait to the day of Pentecost, the 50th day from Firstfruits, about 10 days from the departure/rapture of the bride. Note that the man on a far journey theme is repeated again in Mat 25, immediately following the parable of the 10 virgins with the parable of the talents.
Let me close by saying I am not in the prediction business, though I am in the watching business. I see a lot of signs, but I do not know this is the year. Like you, I hope so. Based on my study, the Second Passover appears to be the most logical choice of the feasts. It was perfectly designed for the two attendees, the Son of Man on a far journey and the Bride defiled by the touching/partaking of the dead. Another note here: When Moses inquired of God concerning those unworthy to participate in the Passover due to the touching of the dead, he did not ask about any on a far journey. Jesus added that to make those two the stated reasons for participating in the Second Passover. He made it to cover himself. He also told the disciples he would not drink of the fruit of the vine again until He drank it with us in His kingdom. This feast is specifically for the bride and groom.
The duality of the two Passovers fits God’s pattern in the redemption and reconciliation of man. "Unto double is wisdom." Passover is the only feast which is doubled and the spiritual fulfillment of Second Passover has yet to happen. My personal take is First Passover is too special for Christ to share any further spiritual fulfillment with these dates. That sacrifice and feast should stand alone. The Second Passover not only relives the First Passover, but shares the death, resurrection and glorification into the family with the bride. For those left behind, a 10 or so day wait and tribulation, then an outpouring of Pentecostal Holy Spirit maybe even greater than the original. They will receive power to overcome. If they overcome, they will receive the reward of service in the kingdom as the rapture of the tribulation saints is still part of the first resurrection.
God does follow preordained patterns. Jesus said this coming would be as Noah. The Second Passover fits those days. The midnight cry fits here too. But, we are still left with a very sovereign Lord and his warning that we do not know the day nor hour. We should continue to study while we watch because Jesus said that he has told us all things.
It is interesting that if He told us all things, the information is also there for the enemy. Man would never let the enemy see his communication codes, but Jesus has put it right out there in written word for all to see. Read, study (decipher) and Watch. There is reward in watching.
I do not discount any of the feast days as well as many other possible dates. The doves have amply shown there is solid reason to look forward to all of them. The only thing we can say for sure is we are closer than yesterday. God’s prophetic clock marches on. It does not stop. It will be on time. We are ever closer to the top of the mountain. Thanks for all the inputs on this and numerous other subjects from the doves.
May the Holy Ghost open your eyes and reveal as much to you as he has to me and more. Even so, come soon Lord Jesus. Yours in Christ, Steve Berryman