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The Day of Atonement: A Yom Kippur Choice
Episode 3915th May 2025 • Mosaic Ministries • Matthew Salathé
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This message draws from the double Torah portion Acharei Mot-Kedoshim (Leviticus 16–20), focusing on the Yom Kippur atonement ritual and the significance of the two goats: one for the Lord and one for Azazel (scapegoat). Through a deep exploration of Leviticus 16, Hebrews 9, Revelation 20, and the gospel accounts, we reflect on the priestly function of the high priest who is both the representative of God to the people and of the people before God. This dual role finds its fulfillment in Messiah Yeshua, who enters behind the veil, not with the blood of bulls or goats, but with His own blood to provide lasting atonement.

The message highlights the critical choice between identifying with the Lord's goat—the innocent sacrifice that brings cleansing and access to God's presence—or the scapegoat, which is sent into the wilderness and ultimately associated with separation and judgment. This imagery is illuminated through the comparison of Barabbas and Yeshua during the crucifixion (Matthew 27), and the two thieves on the cross (Luke 23). The call is clear: identify with the sacrifice that brings holiness and life.

Takeaways:

1. God is holy, and His desire is not only to dwell among His people but to bring them fully into His presence.

2. The high priest wears two garments: the ornate for representing God to the people, and the plain white linen for representing the people before God. Messiah Yeshua fulfills both roles as King and suffering servant.

3. The two goats of Yom Kippur symbolize two identities: the goat for the Lord represents atonement and sanctification; the scapegoat (Azazel) represents sin carried into exile and separation.

4. Identification with Messiah Yeshua as the Lord's goat brings life, cleansing, and inclusion in the Lamb's Book of Life. Associating with Azazel leads to judgment and separation.

5. Our message, like the Spirit and the Bride, must be: "Come." Come to the waters of life, enter through the open gates, and be made holy.

Living Out Love:

·        Live out your faith by showing love or offering a word of encouragement to someone today.

·        Share the message of life found in Messiah Yeshua, inviting others to draw near to the Holy One who gave everything so we could be made clean.

·        Continue reading Scripture and seek to understand the depth of our calling as those brought behind the veil through the blood of the Lamb.

·        Reach out to friends, family, and community with the truth of our hope—choose the sacrifice that brings life.

Prayer Points:

·        Pray for eyes to see and hearts to choose identification with the Lord's goat—Messiah Yeshua—and not with the ways of Azazel.

·        Pray for boldness and compassion to echo the invitation of the Spirit and the Bride: "Come."

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