[BipolarBob]

You are exactly correct. That's why all of the ceremonial laws were to point to the coming Messiah. They were to prepare them as a nation to be not only looking for His coming but be a consecrated people to evangelize the world. Imagine the astonishment and disappointment of the angels to see their beloved leader to be born in a manger with only a few in attendance. Kings of all nations should have been there.
Yes, Christianity is a branch of Judaism as much as todays Church leaders distance themselves from it. We are to be grafted to the Vine.

[amorphous]

We are to be grafted to the Vine.

I pray more realize this...and from studying the richness of our inheritance, solidify their faith, and better lead others to Him.