Zechariah 6
Today's Passage: Zechariah 6
Obedience and Dependence
"And this shall come to pass, if you will diligently obey the voice of the LORD your God." – Zechariah 6:15
The book of Zechariah is filled with vivid visions, dreams, and prophetic imagery. In chapter 6, we see Joshua, the high priest, being crowned—a striking moment since priests were not typically kings. This vision is deeply messianic, pointing to Jesus, our true King and great High Priest. Yet, the vision concludes with a clear command: obedience to God’s voice. This reminds us that faith is not passive; we have a role to play, even as we rely fully on the Lord.
At the time, God’s people were eagerly awaiting the Messiah. They had endured nearly 70 years of exile, longing for deliverance. But Zechariah challenges them: Are you living as though you’re truly expecting the Messiah? Is your heart ready to obey Him?
Unlike them, we have the privilege of knowing the finished work of Jesus. We have seen the fulfillment of the promise. Yet the same question applies: Are we living in obedience to His voice? Do we live with expectation, believing He is at work in and through us? Since God has freed us from sin, our response should be joyful obedience—not out of obligation, but as an act of worship.
Sadly, the history of Israel—and humanity—shows a pattern of resistance to God’s voice. When Jesus came, many rejected, abused, and crucified Him. The real issue wasn’t just disobedience; it was a heart problem. They needed more than rule-following—they needed transformation. So do we.
Like Israel, we were once dead in sin, but God, by His Spirit, made us alive in Christ. Even with new hearts, we still need the Spirit’s power to walk in obedience. Each day, we depend on His grace and mercy for the ways we fall short. Faith requires action—listening, reading, and walking according to God’s Word—but this must flow from a heart fully surrendered to the Holy Spirit.
Obedience and dependence go hand in hand. We live in repentance and faith, and we encourage others to do the same. Let’s be a people who truly listen, trust, and follow the voice of the Lord.
Written By: Joe Weaver
Obedience and Dependence
"And this shall come to pass, if you will diligently obey the voice of the LORD your God." – Zechariah 6:15
The book of Zechariah is filled with vivid visions, dreams, and prophetic imagery. In chapter 6, we see Joshua, the high priest, being crowned—a striking moment since priests were not typically kings. This vision is deeply messianic, pointing to Jesus, our true King and great High Priest. Yet, the vision concludes with a clear command: obedience to God’s voice. This reminds us that faith is not passive; we have a role to play, even as we rely fully on the Lord.
At the time, God’s people were eagerly awaiting the Messiah. They had endured nearly 70 years of exile, longing for deliverance. But Zechariah challenges them: Are you living as though you’re truly expecting the Messiah? Is your heart ready to obey Him?
Unlike them, we have the privilege of knowing the finished work of Jesus. We have seen the fulfillment of the promise. Yet the same question applies: Are we living in obedience to His voice? Do we live with expectation, believing He is at work in and through us? Since God has freed us from sin, our response should be joyful obedience—not out of obligation, but as an act of worship.
Sadly, the history of Israel—and humanity—shows a pattern of resistance to God’s voice. When Jesus came, many rejected, abused, and crucified Him. The real issue wasn’t just disobedience; it was a heart problem. They needed more than rule-following—they needed transformation. So do we.
Like Israel, we were once dead in sin, but God, by His Spirit, made us alive in Christ. Even with new hearts, we still need the Spirit’s power to walk in obedience. Each day, we depend on His grace and mercy for the ways we fall short. Faith requires action—listening, reading, and walking according to God’s Word—but this must flow from a heart fully surrendered to the Holy Spirit.
Obedience and dependence go hand in hand. We live in repentance and faith, and we encourage others to do the same. Let’s be a people who truly listen, trust, and follow the voice of the Lord.
Written By: Joe Weaver
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