The festivals of God have not been done away as some believe. "Through the observance of these feasts, God's people focus on and are reminded throughout the year of the work of Jesus the Messiah in fulfilling God's plan of salvation." Observing God's festivals reminds us of that plan and how it is central in our lives as we look forward to seeing His plan come to pass.

Michael Fike

Pastor, United Church of God

Michael Fike is pastor for the United Church of God congregations in New Zealand. He is also currently serving as an associate pastor for the congregations in North Dakota.