The hands of Zerubbabel have laid the foundation of this house; his hands shall also finish it; and thou shalt know that the LORD of hosts hath sent me unto you.
Zerubbabel started building this temple with his own hands, and he's going to finish it too. When that happens, you'll know for sure that God sent me to you.
What God starts through you, he'll help you finish, and everyone will see his fingerprints on it.
📚 Historical Context
Zechariah was a prophet ministering to the Jewish people who had returned from exile in Babylon, encouraging them during the rebuilding of Jerusalem and its Temple. Zerubbabel, as the governor appointed by the Persian king, had laid the foundation of the Temple but faced significant opposition and delays from surrounding nations. This verse assures that Zerubbabel would complete the project, highlighting God's sovereign hand in fulfilling His promises to restore His people.
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