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Zechariah saw beyond the gloom,  

For he opened his heart and gave God room,  

Sing and rejoice, dry your tears, don’t cry,  

God is with you, nearer than nigh.  

A plumbline hung in God’s hand,  

To measure faith upon the land,  

The plumbline from God, divine and straight,  

Have faith and your path will lead to great.  

Who despises the day of small things?  

The Lord of Hosts His promise brings,  

The Lord of lords, the King of kings,  

Have faith and fly without wings,  

Have faith and drink from the freshest springs.  

With eyes that pierced beyond the veil, 

Zechariah’s faith in God did not fail,  

He bore God’s love, proclaimed a message so strong,  

By faith, he clung to God and saw redemption’s throne.  

Hebrews 11:32-35 (KJV) – ”³² And what shall I more say? For the time would fail me to tell of Gedeon, and of Barak, and of Samson, and of Jephthae; of David also, and Samuel, and of the prophets: ³³ Who through faith subdued kingdoms, wrought righteousness, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions. ³⁴ Quenched the violence of fire, escaped the edge of the sword, out of weakness were made strong, waxed valiant in fight, turned to flight the armies of the aliens. ³⁵ Women received their dead raised to life again: and others were tortured, not accepting deliverance; that they might obtain a better resurrection:”    

Background and History of Prophet Zechariah 

Prophet Zechariah was one of the post-exilic prophets, meaning he prophesied after the return of the Jews from Babylonian exile. He ministered during the same period as Haggai, around 520-518 B.C. His prophecies primarily focused on the reconstruction of the Temple in Jerusalem and the spiritual renewal of the people. 

The name Zechariah (זְכַרְיָה, “Zekaryah” in Hebrew) means “Yahweh has remembered” or “the Lord remembers.” This meaning is significant as it reflects the overarching theme of Zechariah’s message: God’s remembrance of His covenant with His people and His promises of restoration. Zechariah was likely born in Babylon and returned to Judah with the group of exiles led by Zerubbabel. He was a priest as well as a prophet, coming from a priestly lineage. 

Zechariah’s prophecies are filled with visions, symbols, and apocalyptic imagery. His book contains encouragement to rebuild the Temple and return to God, warnings against disobedience, and vivid portrayals of the coming Messianic age. Zechariah’s prophecies have a strong Messianic focus. He foretold the coming of a king who would enter Jerusalem on a donkey (Zechariah 9:9), which Jesus Christ fulfilled in His first coming. 

Zechariah encouraged the people of Judah to trust in God’s power to protect them from surrounding enemies, rather than relying on political alliances or military strength. This trust in God’s sovereignty is a form of subduing kingdoms through faith. Zechariah’s prophecies of restoration and a coming Messiah are examples of obtaining promises by faith. He assured the people that God’s promises to restore Israel and bring forth a righteous ruler would be fulfilled. Zechariah called the people to repentance and righteousness, urging them to turn back to God and rebuild their spiritual lives as they rebuilt the Temple. 

Zechariah’s Calling 

Zechariah 1:1 (KJ21) – “In the eighth month, in the second year of Darius, came the Word of the Lord unto Zechariah, the son of Berechiah, the son of Iddo the prophet, saying…” 

The name Berechiah is derived from the Hebrew words “בָּרַךְ” (barak), meaning “to bless,” and “יָהּ” (Yah), which is a shortened form of “Yahweh,” the name of God in the Hebrew Bible.  Therefore, Berechiah (בְּרֶכְיָה) means “Yahweh blesses” or “Blessed by the Lord.” The name Iddo is derived from the Hebrew root “עֵד” (ed), meaning “witness” or “testimony.” It can also relate to the concept of an appointed time, linking to a divine purpose or mission. Iddo (עִדּוֹ) MEANS “His witness” or “Appointed time.” 

Zechariah came from a prophetic lineage as his grandfather Iddo was a prophet. You can follow the footsteps of your family members in serving God. Not much is known about Iddo as is known about Zechariah. We do not know of a book that Iddo has written but we know of a book that Zechariah has written.  

Who is your role model or mentor? Whoever it is, you need to challenge yourself to do more than them. You need to have a wider influence than them, especially if they worked before you. This is because you have more access to the truth than them. For example, people who lived in the 1950s and 1960s did not have access to the internet. Therefore, it was not easy for them to access much information. They had to buy books which were quite costly to access the information that we can easily find now. In this age, we have access to the internet. We can access so much beneficial information for free if one has bandwidth. 

People living before 2015 did not have access to AI tools such as ChatGPT but now we do. Therefore, technology has made research easier. It will be an act of injustice to yourself and to your lineage if you fail to make it beyond the achievements that your father or grandfather or anyone in your lineage has.  

Zechariah responded to God’s call to encourage and guide the people of Israel in rebuilding the temple and renewing their covenant with God. He did not know of the great influence that he was going to have as we read his book to this day. Like Zechariah, follow your calling, you do not know the influence you are going to have.  

Calling the People to Repentance 

Zechariah 1:3 (KJ21) – “Therefore say thou unto them, ‘Thus saith the Lord of hosts: Turn ye unto Me,’ saith the Lord of hosts, ‘and I will turn unto you,’ saith the Lord of hosts.” 

Zechariah urged the people to turn back to God, showing his faith in God’s mercy and justice. Repentance is turning away from sin and turning towards God’s righteousness. Righteousness is from God, and it belongs to God. We cannot have our own righteousness. Since it belongs to God, God is the only one who can give us that righteousness. The beauty about it is that it is God’s will for us to possess His righteousness and if we ask Him in prayer, He will surely give it to us.  

Sin brings all sorts of problems in our lives, but righteousness brings infinite blessings including infinite life. God wants us to turn away from sin because He wants us to turn away from our problems. God wants us to turn to righteousness so that we can access the divine blessings that righteousness offers. It is like some of us love facing problems, that is why we cling to sin. Like in the days of Zechariah, God is bidding us to turn to Him and when we turn to Him, He will turn to us.  

Encouraging the Rebuilding of the Temple 

Zechariah 4:8-9 (KJ21) – “⁸ Moreover the Word of the Lord came unto me, saying, ⁹ “The hands of Zerubbabel have laid the foundation of this house; his hands shall also finish it. And thou shalt know that the Lord of hosts hath sent me unto you.” 

Zechariah supported the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem, believing that God’s presence would return to His people.  

The name Zerubbabel (Hebrew: זְרֻבָּבֶל Zerubbavel) is believed to mean “seed of Babylon” or “born in Babylon.” “Zera” (זֶרַע) means “seed,” and “Bavel” (בָּבֶל) refers to “Babylon.” This name reflects the circumstances of his birth, indicating that Zerubbabel was born during the Jewish exile in Babylon. Despite being born in captivity, his role in leading the people back to Jerusalem and rebuilding the temple highlights the fulfillment of God’s promise to restore His people and their worship. 

Zerubbabel was a significant figure in the history of Israel, particularly during the period of the return from Babylonian exile and the rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem. Zerubbabel was a descendant of King David, making him part of the royal line of Judah. He was the grandson of Jehoiachin (also known as Jeconiah), the penultimate king of Judah before the Babylonian exile. 

Zerubbabel served as the governor of Judah under the Persian king Darius I. His leadership was crucial in the efforts to rebuild the temple in Jerusalem after the Jews returned from the Babylonian exile. He worked alongside Joshua the High Priest and the prophet Haggai, who encouraged the people in their work. 

Zerubbabel is often seen as a symbol of hope and renewal for the Jewish people. His leadership in laying the foundation and overseeing the completion of the Second Temple represented the re-establishment of worship and the restoration of the community’s spiritual life. Zerubbabel is sometimes seen as a type or foreshadowing of the Messiah, especially in passages like Zechariah 4, where his work is directly linked to God’s purposes and the promise of divine support. 

Zerubbabel laid the foundation of the temple. Not only did he do that, he also finished it. How did he do it? Zechariah 1:6 (KJ21) – “But My words and My statutes, which I commanded My servants the prophets, did they not take hold of your fathers? And they returned and said, ‘As the Lord of hosts thought to do unto us, according to our ways and according to our doings, so hath He dealt with us.’” 

Zerubbabel did not do it by his might or his power, he did it through the Spirit of God. When you are embarking on an assignment, put God first and ask Him to give you His Spirit so that you can carry out that assignment. If you are finding it difficult to complete a project, involve God. Pray, ask someone to pray for you, fast and God will help you through to completion.  

When writing this book, I was stuck when I had reached 75% progress. I was finding it hard to go beyond the three-quarter mark. I prayed and even asked some people to help me pray about it. When I did that, I started seeing progress. As I write this, 90% is finished. Before Zerubbabel, the great mountain would become a plain (Zechariah 1:7). 

“Throughout the history of God’s people great mountains of difficulty, apparently insurmountable, have loomed up before those who were trying to carry out the purposes of Heaven. Such obstacles are permitted by the Lord as a test of faith. When we are hedged about on every side, this is the time above all others to trust in God and in the power of His Spirit. The exercise of a living faith means an increase of spiritual strength and the development of an unfaltering trust. It is thus that the soul becomes a conquering power. Before the demand of faith, the obstacles placed by Satan across the pathway of the Christian will disappear; for the powers of heaven will come to his aid. “Nothing shall be impossible unto you.” Matthew 17:20.” – Prophets and Kings, Page 594.3, Ellen G. White.  

When the Spirit of God is in you, it makes you do things that no human has ever done. The Spirit of God in you makes the difficult easy. Imagine a whole mountain becoming a plain. It is something that has never happened. What has never happened can happen through you when the Spirit of God is in you.  

Vision of the High Priest and the Branch 

Zechariah 3:8 (KJ21) – “Hear now, O Joshua the high priest, thou and thy fellows that sit before thee; for they are men wondered at. For behold, I will bring forth My Servant, the Branch.” 

Zechariah received and shared a vision of the high priest Joshua being cleansed and the coming of the Messiah, referred to as the Branch, demonstrating his faith in God’s plan for salvation. 

Joshua (Yeshua) the High Priest in this vision represents the spiritual leadership of Israel. In the broader context of Zechariah 3, Joshua is seen standing before the Lord, with Satan accusing him, and God intervening to cleanse and restore him. Joshua’s role as the High Priest symbolizes the restoration and purification of the priesthood and, by extension, the nation of Israel. 

The “fellows” likely refer to other priests or leaders in Israel who, like Joshua, are serving in God’s presence. They are described as “men wondered at,” meaning they are signs or symbols—people set apart by God to represent something greater. “Men Wondered At”: This phrase suggests that Joshua and his companions are symbolic figures, serving as a sign or foreshadowing of greater things to come. Their lives and roles are meant to point to God’s redemptive work in Israel and the coming of the Messiah. 

The most significant part of this verse is the reference to “My Servant, the Branch.” “My Servant” is a title often used in the Old Testament to refer to the Messiah, the chosen one of God who would fulfill His purposes on earth. This Servant is depicted as obedient, humble, and suffering for the sake of others (as seen in Isaiah’s “Servant Songs”). 

“The Branch” (Hebrew: “צֶמַח” – Tsemach) is a messianic title that appears in other prophetic writings, including Isaiah 4:2, Jeremiah 23:5-6, and Zechariah 6:12. The Branch symbolizes new growth or a sprout from the line of David, indicating the coming of a king who would restore Israel and establish God’s Kingdom on earth. The Branch is often understood as a reference to Jesus Christ, representing His role as the Messiah who would bring salvation and righteousness. 

This vision in Zechariah 3:8 points to God’s plan of redemption and restoration for Israel, culminating in the coming of the Messiah, represented by “My Servant, the Branch.” Joshua the High Priest and his companions are symbols of this coming salvation, as they represent the purification and renewal of God’s people. The Branch is the future hope, the Messiah, who will establish God’s kingdom and bring ultimate deliverance. 

Prophesying the Coming of the Messiah 

Zechariah 9:9 (KJ21) – “Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion; shout, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, thy King cometh unto thee; He is just and having salvation, lowly and riding upon an ass, and upon a colt the foal of an ass.” 

“The way of the world is to begin with pomp and boasting. God’s way is to make the day of small things the beginning of the glorious triumph of truth and righteousness. Sometimes He trains His workers by bringing to them disappointment and apparent failure. It is His purpose that they shall learn to master difficulties.” – Prophets and Kings, Page 595.1, Ellen G. White.  

Zechariah’s prophecies included clear references to the coming of the Messiah, reflecting his deep faith in God’s redemptive plan. The people who were expecting the Messiah to come as a high and outwardly royal king did not hear or read Prophet Zechariah’s prophecies. Prophet Zechariah prophesied that Jesus was going to come as a lowly person, not riding upon a horse with chariots but riding upon a donkey. It is dangerous not to go to church and not to attend the Bible study sessions that you ought to attend. It is dangerous not to take time to study the Bible. When you don’t take time to study the Bible, you put yourself in darkness.  

Not knowing what the Word of God says leads to confusion. It leads to wrong expectations as the people who were expecting Jesus to come with royal robes. The prophecy of the coming of the Messiah is not hidden in symbolic language. It is plain and clear. There are many things in the Bible which are made plain that people do not know because they do not read it. For example, the Sabbath is the Seventh day of the week.  

Proclaiming God’s Future Kingdom 

Zechariah 14:9 (KJ21) – “And the Lord shall be King over all the earth. In that day shall there be one Lord, and His name one.” 

Zechariah prophesied about the future kingdom of God, showing his faith in God’s ultimate victory and the establishment of His reign on earth. An end to all other gods will come, for God will destroy all other gods. Zechariah prophesied this. He prophesied the second coming of Christ, and not the first coming alone. When Jesus comes the second time, He will put an end to sin. All evil will be done away with, and we will be clothed in new garments of His righteousness. We will have new physical bodies, and we will enjoy a glorious life which is now difficult to imagine.  

Revelation 22:14 (KJ21) – “Blessed are they that do His commandments, that they may have the right to the Tree of Life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.” 

Vision of the Four Chariots 

Zechariah 6:1-5 (KJ21) – “¹ And I turned and lifted up mine eyes and looked, and behold, there came four chariots out from between two mountains; and the mountains were mountains of brass. ² In the first chariot were red horses, and in the second chariot black horses, ³ and in the third chariot white horses, and in the fourth chariot grizzled and bay horses. ⁴ Then I answered and said unto the angel who talked with me, ‘What are these, my lord?’ ⁵ And the angel answered and said unto me, ‘These are the four spirits of the heavens, which go forth from standing before the Lord of all the earth.’” 

Zechariah received a vision of four chariots coming out from between two mountains, symbolizing God’s sovereign control over the nations and His judgment. Zechariah’s acceptance and sharing of this vision prove his faith in God’s ultimate authority over the world. 

Promoting Social Justice 

Zechariah 7:9-10 (KJ21) – “⁹ Thus speaketh the Lord of hosts, saying, ‘Execute true judgment, and show mercy and compassion every man to his brother. ¹⁰ And oppress not the widow, nor the fatherless, the stranger, nor the poor; and let none of you imagine evil against his brother in your heart.’” 

Zechariah emphasized the importance of justice, mercy, and compassion in the lives of God’s people, reflecting his faith in God’s righteous character and God’s desire for His people to live justly. Zechariah promoted social justice. Not only did he promote actions of justice. He also promoted thoughts of justice. He said let no one imagine evil against their brothers in their hearts. Justice needs to start in the heart. Are your thoughts towards your neighbor pure? When your thoughts towards your neighbor are pure then your actions will be pure. If people had pure motives towards each other, they would not face most of the problems they face in friendships and relationships. 

Exodus 31:13 (KJ21) – “Speak thou also unto the children of Israel, saying, ‘Verily My Sabbaths ye shall keep, for it is a sign between Me and you throughout your generations, that ye may know that I am the Lord who doth sanctify you.’” 

It is God alone who can make your thoughts pure. The Sabbath points us to God as the purifier.  

Vision of the Golden Lampstand and Olive Trees 

Zechariah 4:2-6 (KJ21) – “² And said unto me, ‘What seest thou?’ And I said, ‘I have looked, and behold a candlestick all of gold, with a bowl upon the top of it, and his seven lamps thereon, and seven pipes to the seven lamps which are upon the top thereof, ³ and two olive trees by it, one upon the right side of the bowl, and the other upon the left side thereof.’ ⁴ So I answered and spoke to the angel who talked with me, saying, ‘What are these, my lord?’ ⁵ Then the angel who talked with me answered and said unto me, ‘Knowest thou not what these be?’ And I said, ‘No, my lord.’ ⁶ Then he answered and spoke unto me, saying, ‘This is the Word of the Lord unto Zerubbabel, saying: Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit, saith the Lord of hosts.’” 

“Often men are tempted to falter before the perplexities and obstacles that confront them. But if they will hold the beginning of their confidence steadfast unto the end, God will make the way clear. Success will come to them as they struggle against difficulties. Before the intrepid spirit and unwavering faith of a Zerubbabel, great mountains of difficulty will become a plain; and he whose hands have laid the foundation, even “his hands shall also finish it.” “He shall bring forth the headstone thereof with shoutings, crying, Grace, grace unto it.” Zechariah 4:9, 7.“ – Prophets and Kings, Page 595.2, Ellen G. White. 

An angel of God came to Zechariah and woke him as a man is awakened from his sleep (Zechariah 4:1). The verse does not say that Zechariah was literally sleeping. It says that he was woken up as if he was literally sleeping. This means that the waking here does not refer to the literal awakening from physical sleeping.  

Zechariah is aroused from a state of spiritual or prophetic slumber by an angel to receive further revelation. There are many people in this world who seem awake, but they are sleeping with their eyes wide open. They are working in their jobs and earning a living from a state of spiritual slumber. That is why many people are not as productive as they ought to be because you cannot be physically productive when you are drowsy (spiritually).  

The best awakening that is needed by all but neglected by most is spiritual awakening. Luke 15:17 (AMP) – “Then when he [finally] came to his senses, he said, ‘How many of my father’s hired men have more than enough food, while I am dying here of hunger!’” When the prodigal son came to his senses, he reasoned out correctly. He realized that there were many servants of his father who had more than enough food while he was dying of hunger. Spiritual awakening makes you come to your senses.  

Hebrews 11:24-25 (KJV) – “²⁴ By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter; ²⁵ Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season.” 

The Bible talks about Moses coming to years. This points to Moses’ maturing, but not physical maturing. This is because as many say, “Even fools grow old.” When Moses became spiritually mature, he refused to be called the son of Pharaoh’s daughter. His spiritual awakening made him choose to suffer affliction with the people of God rather than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season.  

Moses understood that undergoing affliction with God’s people was better than enjoying the good things that sin had to offer. Therefore, He dropped down his earthly princely heritage and title to put on the eternal heavenly one.   

Zechariah received a vision from God. In the vision, the angel asked the prophet in Zechariah 4:2 what he had seen. Many things can be displayed in front of your eyes, but you won’t see all. This is because you see the things which you choose to see. The angel had to ask Zechariah this question to ensure that they were both on the same page.  

Zechariah answered the angel and told him that he had seen a golden candlestick, with a bowl on top of it, with seven lamps, and seven pipes to the seven lamps which were upon it (Zechariah 4:2). He also saw two olive trees, one on the right side and the other one on the left (Zechariah 4:3).  The angel of God asked Zechariah if he knew what those things were (Zechariah 4:4) and Zechariah told him that he did not know (Zechariah 4:5).  

Zechariah was humble in acknowledging his knowledge gaps. When you do not know something, acknowledge that you do not know it. This will make you know more than you already knew. Even if you know something, it is good to acknowledge that you do not know it fully. When you do that, you will get new methods of how to do it better. You will also get fresh and new insights concerning the matter.  

Zechariah received a vision of a golden lampstand and two olive trees, symbolizing God’s provision of His Spirit to empower Zerubbabel and Joshua in their leadership. Zechariah’s faith in God’s provision and power is clear in his reception and communication of this vision. 

“In this vision the two olive trees which stand before God are represented as emptying the golden oil out of themselves through golden tubes into the bowl of the candlestick. From this the lamps of the sanctuary are fed, that they may give a bright, continuous light. So from the anointed ones that stand in God’s presence the fullness of divine light and love and power is imparted to His people, that they may impart to others light and joy and refreshing. Those who are thus enriched are to enrich others with the treasure of God’s love.” – Prophets and Kings, Page 594.1, Ellen G. White.  

Prophesying the Mourning for the Pierced One 

Zechariah 12:10 (KJ21) – “And I will pour upon the house of David and upon the inhabitants of Jerusalem the spirit of grace and of supplications; and they shall look upon Me whom they have pierced, and they shall mourn for Him, as one mourneth for his only son, and shall be in bitterness for Him, as one that is in bitterness for his firstborn.” 

Zechariah prophesied that the people of Israel would mourn for the one they have pierced, a prophecy pointing to the Messiah. He said that the spirit of grace and supplications will be poured upon the house of David. The “spirit of grace” (Hebrew: ר֫וּחַ חֵן, ruach chen) refers to a divine influence that causes the people to experience and recognize God’s favor and kindness. It means that God will pour out His grace upon the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem, filling them with a deep awareness of His love, mercy, and unmerited favor. 

The “spirit of supplications” (Hebrew: ר֫וּחַ תַּחֲנוּנִים, ruach tachanunim) refers to a divinely inspired disposition or influence that prompts the people to earnestly seek God’s mercy and grace through heartfelt prayers and pleas. It indicates that God will instill in the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem a profound sense of humility and dependence on Him, leading them to cry out for His favor and forgiveness. 

Through Zechariah, God promised to pour out the spirit of grace and supplication. People will look upon Jesus whom they had pierced and will be in bitterness for the sins that they have done against God. Ask God to pour the spirit of grace and supplication upon you. This prophecy reflects Zechariah’s deep faith in God’s redemptive plan and the Savior’s coming. 

Warning Against False Shepherds 

Zechariah 11:4-6 (KJ21) – “⁴ Thus saith the Lord my God: “Feed the flock for the slaughter, ⁵ whose possessors slay them and hold themselves not guilty; and those who sell them say, ‘Blessed be the Lord, for I am rich’; and their own shepherds pity them not. ⁶ For I will no more pity the inhabitants of the land,” saith the Lord. “But lo, I will deliver the men every one into his neighbor’s hand, and into the hand of his king; and they shall smite the land, and out of their hand I will not deliver them.”” 

God told Zechariah to feed the flock of the slaughter whose possessors slay them, and they are not guilty about it. The flock in this context refers to God’s people. God calls Zechariah to feed His flock because the enemy is busy killing that flock. The enemy kills God’s flock through starvation, especially spiritual starvation. He does his best to ensure you do not spend time with God’s Word so that you can be spiritually starved. He knows that once you are spiritually starved, no matter how physically satisfied you are, you are headed for destruction.  

In this prophecy God says that He will not pity the inhabitants of the land anymore. Instead, He will deliver them into the hands of their neighbors, and they will be smitten by them. Destruction is not far from us as many of us would falsely think. We bring ourselves closer to destruction when we sin. If you want to stay far away from destruction, stay far away from sin.  Zechariah warned the people against false shepherds who would lead them astray, showing his faith in God’s true guidance and leadership. He also prophesied about the eventual deliverance of God’s people. 

Prophesying the Final Battle and the Lord’s Triumph 

Zechariah 14:2-4 – “² For I will gather all nations against Jerusalem to battle; and the city shall be taken, and the houses rifled, and the women ravished. And half of the city shall go forth into captivity, and the residue of the people shall not be cut off from the city. ³ Then shall the Lord go forth and fight against those nations, as when He fought in the day of battle. ⁴ And His feet shall stand in that day upon the Mount of Olives, which is before Jerusalem on the east; and the Mount of Olives shall cleave in the midst thereof toward the east and toward the west, and there shall be a very great valley, and half of the mountain shall remove toward the north and half of it toward the south.” 

Zechariah prophesied that God would gather all nations against Jerusalem to battle, the city would be taken, the houses rifled (meaning plundered or looted) and the women ravished (which also means raped or violated). He prophesied that half of the city would go into captivity. The Israelites had rebelled against God. Therefore, the hedge of protection that God had placed on them would be removed and they would encounter all those challenges.  

Matthew 6:33 (KJ21) – “But seek ye first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you.” Jesus tells us when we seek God’s kingdom first and His righteousness, all the things we are looking for will be added unto us. One thing that we would want to have is a hedge of protection on our lives and over everything that we own like Job had. We are given this hedge of protection when we are covered in His righteousness.  

When God removes it, Satan would torment us greatly. Despite the Israelites being rebellious to God, God did not want them to suffer forever. He promised to fight against all those nations that tormented them and win against them. When God fights a battle, He always fights a triumphant battle and never a losing battle. Therefore, let God fight your battles.  

This prophecy has already been partially fulfilled in historical events where Jerusalem faced invasion, destruction, and suffering. For example, the Roman siege of Jerusalem in A.D. 70 is sometimes seen as a partial fulfillment, where the city was taken, and many people were killed or taken captive. However, the specific details of Zechariah 14, such as the splitting of the Mount of Olives, have not been historically recorded, suggesting that the prophecy might not be entirely fulfilled in these past events. 

The prophecy also points to a future time associated with the end times. The gathering of all nations against Jerusalem, the dramatic intervention of God, and the splitting of the Mount of Olives are events that will occur during the final battle before the establishment of God’s Kingdom on Earth. This interpretation aligns with other prophetic passages in the Bible that describe a climactic battle involving Jerusalem (e.g., in the Book of Revelation). 

Zechariah prophesied about the final battle between the nations and Jerusalem, ending with the Lord’s triumph and the establishment of His kingdom. This prophecy illustrates Zechariah’s faith in God’s ultimate victory and justice. 

In conclusion, the faith of Prophet Zechariah exemplifies unwavering trust in God’s promises, a commitment to spiritual renewal, and a visionary outlook towards the future of God’s kingdom. Zechariah’s life and prophecies, though set in the context of post-exilic Israel, resonate with timeless themes of repentance, divine justice, and hope in the Messiah. His encouragement to rebuild the temple and his vivid visions of God’s ultimate plan for humanity continue to inspire believers today.  

Zechariah’s legacy reminds us that faith is not only about personal belief but also about action—actively participating in God’s work, upholding righteousness, and anticipating the fulfillment of God’s promises. Like Zechariah, we are called to live out our faith with courage and to trust in God’s sovereign control over history, knowing that His plans for redemption and restoration will surely come to pass. 

GOD BLESS YOU! 

Prayer 

Dear God, thank You for the gift of life and for the innumerable blessings that You have given me. Please help me to have You in my mind all the time and wherever I go. Remember me and bless me. Take away all my affliction. Rebuild me and make me better than before. Take away the social injustice in my society and provide a hedge of protection around me. In Jesus name, Amen.  

Activity 

1. Create specific times that you want to spend with God. Write them down and ask God to help you keep them faithfully.  

2. Write down the blessings that you want God to bless you with and pray over them daily.  

3. Write down the good character traits that you want to have and the bad ones that you want to cut off. Pray over them daily. 

4. Ask God daily to rebuild you and make you better than before. 

5. Ask God daily to remember you and uplift you from your affliction.   

6. Pray against injustice in your country and in your society.  

7. Every morning and every evening ask God to give a hedge of protection around you and around all that you have.  

8. Recite Psalm 91 (a psalm of protection) daily.  

Author: Mark Alex   

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