This is not the first time I am reading it but this time, the meaning was so new to me.
A couple things resonated with me and I will just share a few here
1. Giving to God: The exiles returned from Babylon to Jerusalem and they began to build the house of God, the people gave freewill offerings. Giving to God has never been and should never be enforced. People don't have to be cajoled/ coerced into giving to God. If it is done out of freewill then it should not be done at all.
2. Opposition: Even though the people, were doing something quite noble, building Gods house, they experienced strong opposition. Now doing the right thing, or even obeying the voice of God does not guarantee immunity from opposition. They faced stiff opposition that even brought the house of God to a halt. If you are doing the right thing and you are sure God is leading you, regardless of the opposition, keep pushing on! The gates of hell will never prevail and victory is certain regardless
3. Deceit: In the beginning of chapter 4, some cynical individuals came to Zerubbabel and offered to help build the temple but their intentions were evil. Be careful of the people you let into your life who pretend to want to help. They might be your greatest undoing. Learn to be led by the spirit. There is normally more than meets the eye.
4. God factor: I like to call it God factor because it is just too much for us to comprehend most times. Now Chapter 6: 22 says God turned the heart of the King in their favour and rather than oppose them, he was instrumental to the house of God being completed. With God He can bring help from unusual places so be sensitive as you are being led. I believe its he omniscient & omnipotent nature that works out in favour of His children.
Are you reading Gods word?
Are you meditating on what it says? Its never too late to start a relationship with God
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