1. God's servants give direction (1-4)

A political change occurred in the Persian Empire and Darius became emperor. A few men of faith saw their opportunity. Haggai and Zechariah were men of God. They taught God's word and encouraged Zerubbabel and Jeshua to begin again to build the temple. They began by faith.

2. The eye of their God was watching over them (5-6)

Sure enough, the local officials came to investigate. They wrote down the names of the men who were building. They had no building permit! The Jews were fearful, but they knew that God was watching over them. They kept on building.

3. A letter to King Darius (7-17)

The governor's letter to the king was not negative. He reported on the work; he reported what the builders had said about why they were building the temple.

Application: Lord, help me to do your work before your eyes. Keep your eye on us; protect and guide and defend us.
One Word: The eye of God is on his people