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 Joshua to begin again to build the temple by faith.

2. The eye of their God was watching over them (5-17)

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. The governor’s letter to the king was not negative. He reported on the work and what the builders had said about why they were building the temple. Their testimony was clear, and they relied on the truth.


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