Friday, January 17 “Not by a military force, nor by power, but by my spirit,” says Jehovah.​—Zech. 4:6.

[Áine]

Friday, January 17

“Not by a military force, nor by power, but by my spirit,” says Jehovah.—Zech. 4:6.

 

In 522 B.C.E., the enemies of the Jews succeeded in having a ban placed on the rebuilding of Jehovah’s temple. But Zechariah assured the Jews that Jehovah would use His powerful spirit to remove any obstacles. In 520 B.C.E., King Darius lifted the ban on the temple work and even provided the Jews with funds and official support. (Ezra 6:1, 6-10) Jehovah promised his people that they would have his backing if they gave priority to the rebuilding of the temple. (Hag. 1:8, 13, 14; Zech. 1:3, 16) Encouraged by the prophets, the repatriated Jews resumed the temple work in 520 B.C.E. and finished rebuilding it in less than five years. Because the Jews gave priority to doing God’s will despite uncertainties, they received Jehovah’s support. As a result, they worshipped Jehovah with joy.—Ezra 6:14-16, 22. w23.11 15 ¶6-7

[dilip kumar]

Had a question regarding today's daily text...

 

Jehovah God never wanted a temple for Himself. But because David insisted He allowed to build one .

 

So after this was destroyed.. Why did Jehovah again ask the people to rebuild ?

Edited yesterday at 02:26 AM by dilip kumar

[dilip kumar]

I think He wanted the people to be joyful.

 

Ezra 6:16,22

 

Or it was a reminder to the people of what He is capable of .

Can you think of any other reason.?