Zecharia

Zecharia


Explain the historical background and purpose of the prophet: Zechariah is commissioned by God to restore the people to finish the Temple. In the meantime, he receives eight visions, four messages, and two burdens (Nelson’s Maps and Charts). It is a fascinating book, a surprising book and a book worth keeping an eye on as our generations on earth progress. Yes, Lord, reveal Your plan!

What does the book show about the nature and character of God? Repentance is the new beginning of a nation as well as of a person–this is always God’s beginning to a fresh new start. This is again true for the nation of Israel . While not easily understood, the prophecies pointed to a better country, could not help but encourage the people who were so dispirited at this time. 520 BC. "I will destroy all the weapons used for battle, and your King will bring peace to the nations. His realm will stretch from sea to sea and from the Euphrates River to the ends of the earth." Zech 9:10

What does the book show about God’s redemptive plan? There are many references that could point the times of Jesus ministry; prophecies pertaining to Jesus, to His followers (church age), to the destruction of the temple in 70 AD and the end of the age. God’s redemptive plan was a continual thread through this amazing book. "I will strengthen Judah and save Israel; I will restore them because of My compassion. It will be as though I had never rejected them." Zech. 10:6.