OCTOBER & THE SEASON OF ATONEMENT

As I sat down to begin processing the month of October with the Lord, I felt an invitation to pull back and slow down and let Him lead me through an encounter that would be a roadmap for the coming month, as well as the turning of the page into a brand new season on His calendar.

I was planning on writing on the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah which took place October 2nd and 3rd and the prophetic meaning behind the year 5785 that we crossed over into last week.

BUT!

The Lord had other plans. ;-)

And then He spoke to me in a dream. He showed me that the Day of Atonement needs to be where our attention is fixed in this time period. This day will be a stake in the ground that sets off a chain reaction of kairos events over the next three months. It is important to cover the origins and history of this holiday as it is indicative of what God is revealing over this current time.

What is the Day of Atonement? Yom Kippur, which at its root (kippurim) translates to “cleansing” in Hebrew, is the holiest day on the Jewish calendar. It comes once a year and this year it begins on the evening of October 11 and concludes the evening of October 12. Its origination is marked by the day God forgave His people for the sin of erecting the golden calf just months after their Exodus from Egypt. (chabad.org) Moses intercedes on behalf of the Jews by reminding God of the covenant promise that was made to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob (Israel).

But Moses sought the favor of the Lord his God. “Lord,” he said, “why should your anger burn against your people, whom you brought out of Egypt with great power and a mighty hand? Why should the Egyptians say, ‘It was with evil intent that he brought them out, to kill them in the mountains and to wipe them off the face of the earth’? Turn from your fierce anger; relent and do not bring disaster on your people. Remember your servants Abraham, Isaac and Israel, to whom you swore by your own self: ‘I will make your descendants as numerous as the stars in the sky and I will give your descendants all this land I promised them, and it will be their inheritance forever.’” Then the Lord relented and did not bring on his people the disaster he had threatened.

Exodus 32:11-14

It is then further established in Leviticus 16 as a set apart day of purification after the death of Aaron’s two sons who upon entering the tent of meeting, offered unauthorized (or “strange”) fire before the Lord.

 Aaron’s sons Nadab and Abihu took their censers, put fire in them and added incense; and they offered unauthorized fire before the Lord, contrary to his command. So fire came out from the presence of the Lord and consumed them, and they died before the Lord. Moses then said to Aaron, “This is what the Lord spoke of when he said: ‘Among those who approach me I will be proved holy; in the sight of all the people I will be honored.’ Aaron remained silent.

Leviticus 10:1-3

The Day of Atonement is one of redemption, purification and reconciliation, the ultimate manifestation of its fulfillment being in the finished work of the cross of Jesus Christ, the spotless Lamb.

You have not come to a mountain that can be touched and that is burning with fire; to darkness, gloom and storm; to a trumpet blast or to such a voice speaking words that those who heard it begged that no further word be spoken to them, because they could not bear what was commanded: “If even an animal touches the mountain, it must be stoned to death.” The sight was so terrifying that Moses said, “I am trembling with fear.” But you have come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem. You have come to thousands upon thousands of angels in joyful assembly, to the church of the firstborn, whose names are written in heaven. You have come to God, the Judge of all, to the spirits of the righteous made perfect, to Jesus the mediator of a new covenant, and to the sprinkled blood that speaks a better word than the blood of Abel.

Hebrews 12:18-24 (emphasis mine)

But as it is, Christ has obtained a ministry that is as much more excellent than the old as the covenant he mediates is better, since it is enacted on better promises.”

Hebrews 8:6

All of this laid as a foundation, is thematic of the prophetic narrative being released from Heaven over the next three months.

The Lord is completing different time cycles in the month of October and initiating brand new ones on a massive scale in the Church.
There is a ten year cycle reaching it’s conclusion and I hear Him saying
“The atoning period from the last ten years begins.”

There are two primary meanings of the word atonement, like two sides to the same coin.
1. reparation for an offense or injury.
2. reconciliation.

The root meaning of atonement literally translates to “onement” or “unite.” This of course speaks to humanity’s reunion with God through the sacrifice of Jesus. And this narrative is still being played out as ripple effects through time, varying types and shadows reflecting the main blueprint of the cross.

We are about to witness a collision of recompense and reconciliation in the lives of God’s people that will usher in a greater unity, alignment and authority among the body of Christ.

Recompense will come to those who embrace the ministry of reconciliation and allow God to use them as a bridge. The two cannot be separated from one another. We cannot say we belong to Christ while we cry out for vengeance and vindication of our own accord. Godly Atonement and reparations are made while simultaneously ushering in reconciliation, unity and oneness. He is leading many of His people back to the very places where their Godly inheritance was forfeited or stolen to reclothe them and restore them back to their rightful place in His Kingdom, to bind back together that which the enemy attempted to steal, kill and divide.

The Lord is inviting His Bride into an encounter of BEHOLDING His Glory manifested in The Son like never before. And in this beholding posture, every unauthorized offering, kingdom, work and sacrifice is burned up on the altar of His Holy Presence taking up residence in our hearts.

There will be a collective cry erupt out of those who stop to Behold the Lamb. It will be the cry of Isaiah,

“Woe is me! For I am lost, for I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips; for my eyes have seen the King, the Lord of Hosts!”

Then one of the seraphim flew to me, having in his hand a burning coal that he had taken with tongs from the altar. And he touched my mouth and said, “BEHOLD, this has touched your lips; your guilt is taken away, and you sin atoned for.”

Isaiah 6:5-7 (emphasis mine)

As we rest and behold Him, He will come as the Chief Apostle over His Church to finish what was initiated.

“I am coming whether you want me to or not.”

The Lord in His mercy is descending with greater authority during this time to reset the clocks and bring repayment to what was lost. He is also bringing with Him His divine judgements to be executed across the earth that will draw the attention of all men. Those who lost their gaze and traded their vision of Him for lesser things will have an adjustment of the eyes that puts them back into proper position, even if it means the cost of laying down titles and ministries. He will have His people.

Many will say in the month of October, “THIS IS THAT! This is the seed of that which was prophesied all those years ago.”

God is giving His people new eyes to behold from a higher vantage point, beyond the injustice, robbery, and unfulfilled desires to see the story He’s been writing all along. He is revealing to His people that which He prophesied over families, regions, and nations has been planted and is emerging from beneath the surface of the dirt.

“My story begins and ends with hope. I am here to uproot and tear down every false foundation and seed of deception that would seek to choke out that which I have given to my people to plant and to build. I am coming with both restitution and reconciliation in My hands for those who have paid the price to remain in the fire of My process. You will see with your own eyes the hope that I gave you from the utterance of My promise manifest before you. My Word is coming full circle. Watch Me restore what man said was impossible.”

In this hour the King is Speaking and we must be ready to respond.

• Repent of divisive thought patterns that seek to elevate you in a position of dominance over another. Tear down the strongholds of pride that are blocking you from receiving and offering the gift of reconciliation.

• The enemy wants to take our eyes off the new chapter The Lord is writing through us and onto the narrative of the past to repeat history. Be cautious not to give in to the temptation of being drawn back into old patterns, relationships and cycles from which you broke free. There will be a scent of nostalgia in the air that will try to seduce you into emotionally driven, dysfunctional alignments and atmospheres to keep you in the cycle of the past and take your eyes off of BEHOLDING His wonder working power. Stay firm and stay sober, as the Lord is inviting us into a brand new life giving rhythm of function and being.

• Go back to the prophetic words God has spoken over your life, family and region. Ask for the Lord to give you eyes to see that which is springing forth in this time and partner with His Voice to usher in His Promises!

• Ask Him what cycle He is completing in your life, and what new beginning awaits you over the next three months.

• Let Him break every box of containment and fill you with Heavenly Hope once again.