Today is a beautiful day, because God instructs Zechariah to tell Joshua (the son of Jehozadak) that Jesus will rule as Priest and King, “And say to him, “Thus says the Lord of hosts, ‘Behold, the man whose name is the Branch: for he shall branch out from his place, and he shall build the … Read more
Mighty Yahweh, You and the Lord of Hosts. Your deeds are righteous. Your Word is truth. Your Spirit unites me with You and Jesus in glorious communication. My efforts are small, but your might behind them exacts the result You desire. It is not my my power, but by your Holy Spirit, as it was … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because an angel of the LORD interpreted Zechariah’s vision, “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: ‘Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of hosts. Who are you, O great mountain? Before Zerubbabel you shall become a plain. And he shall bring … Read more
Lord, I’m pondering the significance of the fact that You removed the iniquity of the world in a single day. The impact of that continues forever. I’m awed by the gravity and the beauty at the same time. I humbly bring my thanks in your precious name, Lord Jesus, according to the good and perfect … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because God had Joshua re-clothed into priestly garb and foretells of the Messiah who brings peace, “And the angel of the Lord solemnly assured Joshua, ‘Thus says the Lord of hosts: If you will walk in my ways and keep my charge, then you shall rule my house and have … Read more
Lord, You have never failed me. You are always available, always there for a quiet talk or a hysterical rant. You never leave me or forsake me. There is no one like You who goes out for the benefit of your beloved. I come humbly to express my love and praise in your name above … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “Therefore say to them, Thus declares the LORD of hosts: Return to me, says the LORD of hosts, and I will return to you, says the LORD of hosts.” (Zechariah 1:3 ESV) Thus says the LORD. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father, I’m looking past today’s struggles and divisions to a time when there will be peace. War will not be. Tears will dry up for the joy of the Lord will fill every heart. I trust that your word is truth, and that you will bring glory to your temple. Jesus will split the Mount … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because God encouraged those who rebuilt the temple, “My Spirit remains in your midst. Fear not. For thus says the Lord of hosts: ‘Yet once more, in a little while, I will shake the heavens and the earth and the sea and the dry land. And I will shake all … Read more
Almighty God, You are the God of restoration. You are the God of justice and steadfast love. You are the God who keeps His promises. You make beauty from ashes. You revive souls and gift eternal life. You work continually for the greater good and for your glory. You desire all to come to a … Read more