Category Archives: Zechariah

Thankful for the Simple Truths of the Gospel

Posted on November 24, 2012 by Mark Shields

The picture received in Zechariah 11 is different from Zechariah 10. Trying to anchor this prophecy in history is next to impossible and the text is difficult. It seems to cover a wider span of history and perhaps going past … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection in the Study of Zechariah 11-14

Posted on November 23, 2012 by Mark Shields

Zechariah was written as a call to return to God. We can rejoice for hope is our anchor during the storms of life. Our hope is in the righteous, gentle, and humble King that proclaims peace. Rejoice for our hopelessness … Continue reading →

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Rescued

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Mark Shields

Like in this video, sometimes we end up in the trash pile of life and need to be rescued GodVine Video – Blind Dog Living in a Trash Pile Gets Rescued. There is a way home by receiving God’s grace, … Continue reading →

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Depending on His Direction

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Mark Shields

The people were being led in the wrong direction as recorded in Zechariah 10. Instead of praying and getting answers from God on how to overcome the obstacles they faced, they were depending on idols. The people were spiritually blind … Continue reading →

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Let Him Fight Your Battles

Posted on November 17, 2012 by Mark Shields

Over and over again, God fought battles for the Israelites in the Old Testament and delivered them. As a child of God, we can let Him fight our battles. The metaphor used “sparkle like jewels in a crown” is our … Continue reading →

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