The encouragement which Zechariah's prophecies brought to the Jews at the time of their return from exile helped them to rebuild not only their temple but also their national identity, as the prophet urged them to action and whole-hearted service for God.
Yet Zechariah's message of hope pointed beyond the glory of the temple to one greater than the temple: the Anointed One (Messiah) who would become both priest and king forever over all nations. Thus his message is one which should inspire commitment and service in the lives of Christian believers today.
About the Authors
Mathew Bartlett is a Pastor and Christian educator from the United Kingdom. He holds a master’s degree in Biblical studies from the University or Chester, England. Derek Williams, who served as a finance manager and as a church leader for over 40 years, is now retired.
Chapter 1Introduction: The Setting of the Prophet's MinistryFirst Vision: The Four Horses vv. 8-17Vision Two: The Four Horns vv. 18-21Discussion Questions for Chapter 1Chapter 2Vision Three: The Man with a Measuring Line vv. 1-5Time to Return vv. 6-13Discussion Questions for Chapter 2Chapter 3Vision Four: The Cleansing of the High Priest vv. 1-7The Greater High Priest to Come vv. 8-10Discussion Questions for Chapter 3Chapter 4Vision Five: The Golden Lampstand vv. 1-6 & 11-14The Finishing of the Temple vv. 7-10Discussion Questions for Chapter 4Chapter 5IntroductionVision Six: The Flying Scroll vv. 1-4Vision Seven: The Woman in the Basket vv. 5-11Discussion Questions for Chapter 5Chapter 6Vision 8: The Vision of Four Chariots vv. 1-8The Coming Priest-King vv. 9-15Discussion Questions for Chapter 6Chapter 7Seeking God vv. 1-3God's Reply vv. 4-6God's Requirements vv. 7-10A Warning from Israel's History vv.11-14Discussion Questions for Chapter 7Chapter 8God's Love Motivates His Actions vv. 1-2God's Sovereignty will Fulfil His Purposes vv. 3-8Obedience Brings Blessing vv. 9-15Ethical Responsibilities vv. 16-17Forget the Former Things vv. 18-19A Future Ingathering of All Nations vv. 20-32Discussion Questions for Chapter 8Chapter 9Introduction to Chapters 9-14Prophecies Against Israel's EnemiesThe Lord Defends His PeopleThe Coming King and His Reign of Abundance and PeaceDiscussion Questions for Chapter 9Chapter 10The Abundant Blessing of the LordGod as the Good ShepherdRejoicing in God's VictoryDiscussion Questions for Chapter 10Chapter 11The Mighty will be HumbledThe Rejection of the Good ShepherdDiscussion Questions for Chapter 11Chapter 12God's End-Time Dealings with all NationsGod's End-Time Dealings with IsraelDiscussion Questions for Chapter 12Chapter 13The Shepherd of My People:Sin ForgivenSin ForsakenSin FrustratedDiscussion Questions for Chapter 13Chapter 14The Day of the LordThe Lord is Coming to JerusalemGod's Enemies DefeatedThe Feast of TabernaclesDiscussion Questions for Chapter 14Bibliography
