In this overview of the book of Haggai, we explore the critical moment in Israel's history when the people returned from Babylonian captivity to rebuild the Temple. Although they started the work with joy, opposition and misplaced priorities led to a 16-year delay—until God sent the prophets Haggai and Zechariah to stir their spirits.
In this study, we examine:
- Priorities and Panel Houses: Why God challenged the people for living in luxury while His house lay in ruins.
- The Cost of Neglect: How the drought and lack of prosperity were direct results of the people's spiritual indifference.
- A Greater Glory: Understanding the prophecy of a temple that would surpass Solomon’s in glory—a promise fulfilled in the spiritual kingdom of Christ.
- Shaking the Heavens and Earth: A look at the connection between Haggai’s prophecy and the "unshakable kingdom" described in Hebrews 12.
- Zerubbabel as a Signet Ring: How the governor of Judah serves as a type for Jesus Christ, the chosen ruler of God's eternal kingdom.
Join us as we learn how to "consider our ways" and prioritize the work of God in our own lives today.