The Thread: God's Appointments with History

by Ronald, L. Dart

There is a thread that runs from the beginning to the end of the Bible that few seem to understand. There are specific points along that thread where God chose to act in history. In the Bible, these are called, "the appointments" of God. Because they occurred in connection with events in Jewish history, the days took on the meaning of those events. But then came Jesus, and the great events of his life and work also took place on these appointments. Moreover, the future plans of Christ are also reflected in these appointments along the thread. Traditional beliefs say that the festivals came in with the old covenant and went out with the cross. But as you follow The Thread, you will find that explanation will not hold. The feasts we find in the Bible are transcendent, and from the very beginning pointed, not so much at Israel's history, but at the work and ministry of Jesus Christ in history. As you pick up The Thread and follow it, things will become clearer. The Festivals of Jehovah mark places where we can most easily find The Thread. You will understand how each of God's holidays points to Christ and impacts your life. Understanding this will simplify the Bible and deepen your understanding. This is a book you will read again and again and share with others.

310 pages, Paperback

First published June 30, 2006

Reviews

[Anna · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are seven Holy Days commanded in the Bible that not only are not pagan, but have everything to do with the life, ministry, and work of Jesus Christ. Every single one of the Biblical Holy Days pictures part of the plan of God and is entirely relevant to the Christian faith.

So, why aren't more Christians keeping them? If we want to learn more about the plan of God, where He is going, and how we can walk more closely with Him, perhaps we need to give His Holy Days a closer look. And this book is a great place to start.

Through this book, Ron Dart takes us through each of the Biblical Holy Days, where we find Christ and His work in every one of them . He makes it clear that the Holy Days were never intended as a way to achieve salvation. They are, however, of great avail for understanding His plan, for the worship of God at His appointed times, and for growing in grace and knowledge of God's purpose for man.

Ron Dart writes in an easy to understand manner that will help the reader better understand what the Bible actually says - whether you are just learning about the Holy Days or have kept them all your life like I have.

[Kelly Rooney · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book beautifully weaves together Scripture and history to reveal how God’s appointed times connect the entire biblical story. Dart shows how Yahweh’s plan has been consistent from creation through the coming Kingdom, giving a clear picture of His faithfulness across generations.

I loved how he explains the biblical feasts and their prophetic meaning without heavy theology. Just solid teaching that deepens your understanding of God’s timeline. It’s the kind of book that makes you want to open your Bible and study more carefully.

A powerful, clear, and insightful look at how God’s appointed times form the golden thread through all of history.