My pastor reminded me of the 8th day this evening. The Jews celebrate Shemini Atzeret, or the 8th day which falls after the 7 days of Sukkot (Tabernacles). If 8 is the day of new beginnings, certainly Shemini Atzeret is a great way to begin a new cycle.
Following the Jewish festivals, the final (7th) High Holy Day is Sukkot, which is synonymous with the 7th millennium or the 1000 year reign of Jesus on earth. This is the Sabbath 'day'. Shemini Atzeret would be the following 'day', or 1000 years, and it looks like this:
Jesus said, "Behold, I make all things new. There will be no more tears, nor death." (Paraphrased by myself)
It's the day after the big party (Tabernacles). All of the family that was itching to go home has gone, and it's just you and the Lord reclining at a giant table sipping wine and eating grapes. Basically, you are r-e-l-a-x-e-d and just thrilled to be in the presence of the Lord, and none-too happy about the thought of leaving. He says, "I know the party is over, but please... stay a little longer. We'll just visit a while. Don't rush off."
Can you imagine? Seriously... CAN YOU IMAGINE HIM SAYING THAT TO YOU?
That is Shemini Atzeret, the 8th day. Do not be in a hurry to leave the presence of the King. Perhaps, the party is really just getting started!
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