Bible Commentary
Topical Readings: Pentecost
Harvest of Firstfruits and the Holy Spirit
In regards to our topical reading on Pentecost, the scriptures given below concentrate on the institution and observance of the Holy Day as well as the need for one of the very important things it pictures—God’s Holy Spirit, which He pours on those who respond to His calling (Isaiah 32:15; Isaiah 44:3; Isaiah 49:21). According to Jewish tradition, the giving of the law at Mount Sinai also took place on Pentecost. In conjunction with the passages, it would also be helpful to read “The Feast of Pentecost: The Firstfruits of God’s Harvest” from our booklet God’s Holy Day Plan: The Promise of Hope for All Mankind.
| Commanded Feast | Leviticus 23:9-22; Deuteronomy 16:9-12 |
| Law and Old Covenant; Law to be internalized under the New Covenant | Exodus 19:1-25; Exodus 20:1-21; Exodus 24:1-8; Hebrews 8:6-13 |
| Another Helper; Pray for it | John 15:26-27; John 16:1-15; Luke 11:5-13 |
| Beginning of the New Testament Church | Acts 2:1-47 |
| Living by the Spirit | Romans 8:1-39; Galatians 5:16-26 |
