Pilgrimage

In the Main Covenant, which is the Mosaic Covenant, Elohim commanded us and said, “All your men must appear before YHWH, your Elohim, three times each year at the place He chooses: at the Feast of Unleavened Bread (Passover), at the Feast of Weeks, and at the Feast of Booths. No one is to show up in the presence of Elohim empty-handed; each man must bring as much as he can manage, giving generously in response to the blessings of YHWH, your Elohim” (*Deut 16:16-17). 

For this reason, Israelites from all over the world would travel to Yahusalem three times a year on a pilgrimage to the Yahusalem Temple to worship Elohim, because it is the place Elohim chooses to put His Name. 

However, in the Renewed Messianic Covenant, that is no longer the case, because YHWH Elohim has chosen to put His Name on Yahoshea, the Messiah, His begotten Son. So, through the Name of Yahoshea, we have the authority to celebrate the three annual feasts in our various locations. No longer shall those who worship Elohim go to Yahusalem alone, but those who desire to worship Him must serve Him in truth and in spirit. 

Taken a trip to Jerusalem

where it all began

Nonetheless, a visit to Israel, whether for symbolism, pilgrimage, or tourism, is a profound and enriching experience. This is due to the fact that you are visiting a place where much history was made; where many great patriarchs and prophets once called home. This set-apart land, known for its historical significance and spiritual importance, attracts millions of other pilgrims each year.

Israel holds immense spiritual importance for us, mainly because it is where the Messiah lived, preached, and was impaled, making Yahusalem, Bethlehem, and Nazareth key destinations. 

Israel's landscape, too, is an essential element of tourism. The serene shores of the Sea of Galilee, where the Messiah performed miracles, and the Dead Sea's therapeutic waters add a unique dimension to the spiritual journey. 

Pilgrims often describe their experiences in Israel as transformative. The intersection of faith and history is palpable at every turn, making it a place where individuals deepen their spirituality and find personal meaning. The shared reverence for Jerusalem and Israel unites people from various cultures and backgrounds, serving as a testament to our common origins as descendants of Adam and Noah.