On the 10th day of the 7th month we are to afflict our souls (fast) as a memorial of the Day of Atonement. This year, it lands on the sunset
of October 3rd and ends the sunset of October 4th which would be a high sabbath for us. [Leviticus 16, Leviticus 23:26-32]
When the sons of Aaron carried the priesthood in the Temple the high priest would go into the most holy place after making a sacrifice and put the blood on the mercy seat. Now our High Priest makes one sacrifice on a tree and atones for our sin by His own blood. [Hebrews 10:1-10]
This is always an interesting study when we meet each year to see how this day and its rite’s testify of the Messiah and the implications of His coming. Always remember, that all things written in the Scripture testify of Him, especially the appointed times.
