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Zechariah 4:1-14, NIV Obs & Hg: ..angel…Zechariah…vision of the Gold Lampstand and the Two Olive Trees…bowl at the top of the Lampstand and the seven lights on it, with seven channels to the lights….eyes of the LORD, which range throughout … Continue reading →

Zecariah 1:1-20, NIV Background During the second year od Darius (persian king-522 BC-486 BCE). The word of God came to Zecariah, the prophet via a vision. ‘Return to me, declares the LORD Almighty, ‘and I will return to you’, says … Continue reading →

Haggai 2:1-23, NIV Hg: 4. But now be strong, Zerubbabel,’ declares the LORD. ‘Be strong, Joshua son of Jozadak, the high priest. Be strong, all you people of the land,’ declares the LORD, ‘and work. For I am with you,’ declares … Continue reading →

Haggai 1:1-15, NIV Background: prophet Haggai during the reign of Darius. Prophet Haggai, son of Shealtiel, Governor of Judah. The LORD pointed out to Haggai to rebuild His house which is in ruins while everyone built their own houses. 1. In … Continue reading →

Zephaniah 3:1-20, NIV Starts with the sinful people of Israel…oppressors, rebellious and defiled…obeys no-one…accepts no correction..does not trust in the LORD….prophets are arrogant…priests profane the sanctuary…The LORD within her is righteous; he does no wrong. Morning by morning, he dispenses … Continue reading →

Zephaniah 2:1-15, NIV Hgs:Seek the Lord, all you humble if the land, you who do what he commands. Seek righteousness, seek humility, perhaps you will be sheltered on the day of the LORD’s anger-vs 3. Judgment against Philistia, Moab and … Continue reading →

Zephaniah 1:1-18, NIV Background: during the reign of Josiah son of Amon king of Judah. Warning of Coming Destruction-disaster; terror and ghastly scenes. In the fire of his jealousy the whole world will be consumed, for he will make a … Continue reading →