Zechariah 4:8-14 - Do Not Despise the Day of Small Things

In this continuation of his study in the Book of Zechariah (זְכַרְיָה), Brother Gideon Levytam explores the conclusion of the prophet's fifth vision concerning the golden Menorah and the two olive trees. Reading from Zechariah 4:8-14, Gideon highlights the Lord’s encouragement to Zerubbabel that the same hands which laid the foundation of the Temple will also finish it. We are exhorted not to despise "the day of small things," for the Lord delights in what seems small, and His work is accomplished "not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit" - pictured in the continual supply of oil with no human intervention. Concluding the passage, Brother Gideon explains the identity of the "two anointed ones" who stand before the Lord of the whole earth. While historically represented by Zerubbabel and the High Priest Yehoshua, the two olive trees also point prophetically to the two witnesses of Revelation 11. During the future time of Jacob's Trouble (Sarat Ya'akov), God will raise up these empowered witnesses in Jerusalem to testify of Yeshua the Messiah. Their death, resurrection, and ascension will serve as a powerful testimony, awakening the remnant and moving Israel toward her promised restoration - when she will once again shine as a light to the nations. Holy Scriptures and Israel exists to share God's Word with the Jewish people from a Hebrew-Messianic perspective. If this teaching has been a blessing to you, we invite you to partner with us in this vital work. To learn how you can support this ministry and help us continue reaching others, please visit https://www.holyscripturesandisrael.com.