Israel was strictly commanded to observe 3 festivals every year. Why was this so important for God's people? The reason is so that they would never forget their God-given identity. They used to be slaves in Egypt and were rescued by God's loving mercy. This reminder is so crucial for all of us today. What is your identity in God's eyes? What a most important question! Do you stand now adopted by God as one of his children, or are you remaining estranged from him as his enemy? May God help all of you to know him through our Lord Jesus Christ.