A DAY OF PRAYER’s Morning Bible Study

Salvation comes from the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 9:9-17 Pt. I ~ Episode 903:
Let's understand the salvation the Lord's providing. Moving beyond being a prisoner of hope, or those who have been waiting to see the salvation of the Lord; the fulfillment of His promises. When the Lord talks about deliverance, He's talking about reestablishing and reaffirming that promise of salvation; and, He's expanding it beyond what their natural eyes and mind could perceive.

Always Victorious

Zechariah | Chapter 9:9-17 Pt. II ~ Episode 904:
The Lord is always victorious; He's had the victory from before the foundation of the earth was laid. Yet, He's still humble; remaining in the moment and with the guidance from Heavenly Father, through Holy Spirit. We must learn this, so we can walk in like manner before the Lord; moving from victory to victory, in Christ Jesus. 

Instructions for His Coming

Zechariah | Chapter 9:9-17 Pt. III ~ Episode 905:
The Lord always provides guidance and direction; long before we even know we have need of it. He tells this generation of His coming, both His first and second coming; while also providing instructions for His people, so they are not unaware. But, are able to give grace so that none should perish; and endure, with full confidence that the Lord will deliver His people.  

Pouring out the Spirit of the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 10:1-6 Pt. I ~ Episode 906:
Crops are typically planted in the spring right with the 1st rain; and prior to the latter rain is the time when everything is prepped, it's grown, it's completed; and, at the latter rain everything is ready for harvest. So there's an acceleration of time and the things manifesting in the natural; but, it also speaks about an outpouring of Holy Spirit or what might be even known revival.  Where people want and desire, more than anything, personal encounter with the Lord. And not just an encounter, or experience with the Lord, but to dwell in that type of Covenant relationship with Him.

Is the Lord the Object of Your Worship?

Zechariah | Chapter 10:1-6 Pt. II ~ Episode 907:
Let's understand any person, place, or thing can become an idol. What the Lord wants is for us to remove those idols from our lives; and make Him, the Lord, the only object of our worship. That is a starting place for your walk with the Lord, as His son or daughter [as a Child of the Most High God].
 

A Heart Toward the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 10:1-6 Pt. III ~ Episode 908:
The Lord is raising up warriors - His sons and daughters that not only have a heart towards the Lord; they also know the Lords heart, and like David's mighty men, and are quick to accomplish it [carry it out] in excellence.

Let the Lord's Way be Your Desire

Zechariah | Chapter 10:1-6 Pt. IV ~ Episode 909:
We should be delighted to always acknowledge the Lord; and to ask Him for His direction and guidance, as He absolutely earned the right to direct your steps. Have you, like David, asked the Lord to direct your steps; bringing your plans before the Lord? King David was renowned for being this tactician that nobody wanted to face in battle because they knew they were gonna lose; yet he sought the Lord for His plan - both for himself, and for the citizens of the nation the Lord assigned to David's care. Are we functioning in like manner; reflecting the pattern and example of Jesus the Christ?

Believe the Best about the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 10:7-12 Pt. I ~ Episode 910:
Your faith needs to be activated and engaged to get to the next place / level; because you cannot access the power of God without your faith. Abraham believed God, hat's faith, and it was accounted to him for righteousness. He didn't doubt God. He believed the Lord in spite of everything. And, that is what gave him access to the provision and the power that the Lord had already decided, and wanted, to supply. Let's believe the best about the Lord.

Rejoice in the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 10:7-12 Pt. II ~ Episode 911:
You train up children while they're young. So that way they learn and get used to doing things and become acclimated to what is required of them when they become older. And that's what the Lord is telling this generation; Train them now, as they're young, so that way they can rejoice when I rejoice. This generation is having to learn on the fly essentially after growing up in a lifetime of sin. The Lord is saying get rid of this thing that doesn't reflect the Lord's. nature and character, get rid of that thing for the same reason; however, that doesn't have to be the child's life. 

Strengthened in the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 10:7-12 Pt. III ~ Episode 912:
As part of our training in the Lord, is also strengthening. A building up in our most Holy Faith; now having a sense of purpose, combined with the equipping, so that you can actually fulfill the Lord's calling on the destiny track He has for your life.

Make Certain the Assurance of Your Salvation

Zechariah | Chapter 11:1-9 Pt. I ~ Episode 913:
The Lord, like the loving Father He is, comes to us with instruction; demonstrated specifically by making a way for us to return to Him - here and now. This is the Truth, extending from Genesis to Revelation; and even though it's articulated in a different way it's the same concept. That's how you know that this is not something new. This is God's heart; this is not a circumstantial interaction from the Lord, but this is a foundation, and it's not going to change. And the opportunity, the privilege for us is available. It's there. It's been there this whole time.

Find Your Way Back to the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 11:1-9 Pt. II ~ Episode 914:
Oftentimes people don't understand what it is that they have to listen to. They adopt a mindset that the Lord is suddenly going to appear and make it plain; that here's no need to learn. Essentially, if he wants to tell me something, he will find a way to do so. That's the mindset people have, may expect the Divine hand to come writing on their walls. Many say in their heart, if the Lord wants to tell me something, He's gotta do it in this way; because this is the only way I'm prepared to understand or receive His Word. The Lord does come to us, and He does give His word, long before we even know we have any need of it. And, He usually does it through His servant(s), teaching the ways of the Lord; so we can listen, receive it, and apply it.

Prophetic Insight into Christ Jesus' Earthly Ministry

Zechariah | Chapter 11:1-9 Pt. III ~ Episode 915:
One of the many incredible things the Lord always does, is tell us things to come. He does nothing without telling His prophets; however far in advance He desires, so they can be a people prepared for the Lord. Will we listen to what the Spirit is saying to the Church / Body / Bride of Christ?

Prophetic Insight into Christ Jesus' Earthly Ministry Pt. II

Zechariah | Chapter 11:1-9 Pt. IV ~ Episode 916:
Let's continue to hear the insights the Lord have to Zechariah's generation, concerning Christ Jesus' Earthly ministry; to understand its importance for this (our) generation, and the generations to follow. 

Keeping Covenant with the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 11:10-17 Pt. I ~ Episode 917:
Every person, from every generation, has made a choice to either let God be their God and they become sons or daughters of the Lord Most High (His People); or to choose to become apart of the adversary's (Satan) kingdom. There is no difference for you to day. Making the choice of the Lord (entering into Covenant relationship with the Lord) requires faith, demonstrated by our obedience to our Heavenly Father; known as the works in keeping with repentance. Remaining in obedience to the Lord is how we keep covenant with the Lord. 

Remain in Covenant with the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 11:10-17 Pt. II ~ Episode 918:
A people that has reverence for the Lord, will not attempt to serve two masters. You cannot attempt to do just enough to be in God's grace. With the Lord, it is all or nothing. Either you love Him with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength; or you choose to be His adversary. So let's choose to Let the Lord be our God; and we be His people. 

Strength Belongs to the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 11:10-17 Pt. III ~ Episode 919:
We need to remember, it is the Lord, Whom is our strength. He alone empowers you to complete the works He predestined for you to accomplish; on the destiny track He determined for you. Do not be dismayed by the task, by the opposition, or by the situation or circumstances you're facing. The Lord will strengthen you; while leading you from victory to victory.

Understanding the Lord's Perspective on Wickedness

Zechariah | Chapter 12:1-9 Pt. I ~ Episode 920:
Whether it was in Zechariah's day, or today; we, the Lord's people must take up the responsibility that the Lord has assigned. Even if the previous generation chose not to fulfill all the Lord had for that generation to accomplish, the Lord already purposed to strengthen that next generation to accomplish what they needed to do. He [The Lord] knew that they would be the ones to move on; in similar manner to Abraham and his father. And sometimes it takes hearing the Lord's instructions for a while, for people to get their courage built up.

Do Not Give the Adversary Opportunity to Rejoice Over You

Zechariah | Chapter 12:1-9 Pt. II ~ Episode 921:
If we are actually in alignment with what the Lord is saying, if we're listening and operating according to His Word; He will defend us. Nobody will be able to steal the land and the blessing that He's given to us. But if not, just like Jerusalem, they were physically occupied by people because they weren't occupying where they should have been. They weren't in alignment with what the Lord said; then the adversary could take their land. For you, value what Christ Jesus did for you; He has risen indeed, and redeemed you.. So, do not give your adversary the opportunity to rejoice over you because you've fallen into sin. 

Having a Heart to Serve the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 12:1-9 Pt. III ~ Episode 922:
Our heart should be to do the will of God to the best of our ability; to carry it out in perfection, in His perfect way. Also still know, understand, and rely on His grace, to help us get there. But, we should put every bit of our effort and impetus to do whatever God asked us to do, the way He wants it done, when He wants it done, how He wanted it done right. And know He loves us enough to allow His grace to cover us, and carry us through that process.

Don't Delay in Turning Away from Sin

Zechariah | Chapter 12:1-9 Pt. IV ~ Episode 923:
Its a sad and disappointing thing when we understand that the people claiming they are the Lord's wanted to have that wickedness in their life; but just not so much that It [sin] would cause them to get kicked out. They thought they could entertain sin in their life; and control how far they went with sin; thereby attempting to control the consequences of sin. We should be so opposed to sin, that it has no place in the life of a Believer. That we don't delay in turning away from sin. 

Fulfilling Your Purpose In Christ

Zechariah | Chapter 12:1-9 Pt. V ~ Episode 924:
Take your place and find out what our purpose is, what did God create you to do? His overarching purpose for your life; but, also in the season or in the moment that you're in now, and fulfill that. Fulfill it. That's your place in Him. That's what maturing looks like. Choose to focus on the things of God and say, here I am, Lord; what did You send me to do? Tell the Lord you're ready to fulfill your purpose. Reveal that to me and then set me forth. Lord; let me do what you called me to do. Then by Jesus Christ our Lord; go until you finish all that He purposed for you to fulfill.

Realization Leading to Repentance

Zechariah | Chapter 12:10-14 Pt. VI ~ Episode 925:
Most of the people didn't realize what was being spoken about by the Lord, through His servant Zechariah. They were blind because of their own carnality. So, the Lord is saying here for us to first understand what is happening; and secondly, to fix their / our own perspective. Because, we're not going to be able to change, becoming conformed to the image of Christ Jesus, if we don't understand what it is in how we're living that's wrong. 

Repentance Leads to Restoration

Zechariah | Chapter 12:10-14 Pt. VII ~ Episode 926:
The people are now coming to their own realization, their own moments with the Lord. But then there's time that's set forth, in that that time clock that the Lord has that is running as well. There's a there's a completeness in what the Lord is talking about; because, completeness of repentance leads to restoration.

The Fountain of Living Water

Zechariah | Chapter 13:1-6 Pt. I ~ Episode 927:
The Fountain of Living Water, is only talking about Jesus the Christ. He is the only one that can wash away your sin; cleansing you from all unrighteousness, making you as white as snow. This is desire for you, and your eternity. Will you choose Him and let Him bring Living Water to you and your life?

Receive the Love of the Truth

Zechariah | Chapter 13:1-6 Pt. II ~ Episode 928:
When people do not receive the love of the Truth, it means, they wanted to believe a lie rather than the truth. Or, in other words, they were willing to be deceived... They chose to be deceived. Denoting a turning from the Lord; resulting in a consequence that they weren't able to fully go into their promise - They weren't fully able to fully receive all the Lord gave for them.

Training up Your Children

Zechariah | Chapter 13:1-6 Pt. III ~ Episode 929:
The Lord didn't send us to do my own will. Just like Jesus, I was sent to do the will of my Father in Heaven. And not only that, Jesus our pattern and example, He didn't do His own will. He didn't come with His own motivation and objectives, That was the reality of Christ; from the the very minutia, the smallest part and particle of His being, to the greatest everything in Him, about Him, through Him; He declared I came to do the Father's will. Are we training up our children to have this same attitude found in Christ Jesus?

Separating Wheat from Tares

Zechariah | Chapter 13:7-9 Pt. I ~ Episode 930:
The Lord always makes a distinction; He's separating His people, the wheat from the tares. Those that will believe Him, in Him, and trust Him; to accomplish His will on the Earth as it is in Heaven. From those that are in opposition to Him; and attempt to battle against the Lord. 

Choose to be Victorious

Zechariah | Chapter 13:7-9 Pt. II ~ Episode 931:
The way God sees things is that he leads us from victory to victory, not from almost being defeated; or maybe just getting by. it's flat out you are going to be the victorious. Which is exactly how He describes the Messiah, here; and is a message for you today. Especially, when challenges come your way. The Lord doesn't even allow the adversary to come your way until you can defeat him triumphantly, victoriously, in the Name of Jesus; because of what the Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ has done.

Those the Lord is Pleased With

Zechariah | Chapter 13:7-9 Pt. III ~ Episode 932:
God is a volunteer military. He's a volunteer family. He doesn't force that upon us. So when you see these people who have gone through the refining fire with the Lord; and now they're shining and they look like their Lord and Savior. And God is saying, I'm pleased. With you, I'm pleased with you, And then they respond to Him, their Lord, their God, when he calls out to them, and they cheer for Him in one accord; but, also uniquely. Declaring to the Lord that I'm here for you, God; because, I love you. And they're standing next to somebody who feels the exact same way about their God.

Completing the Process of Divine Refinement Produces Divine Alignment

Zechariah | Chapter 13:7-9 Pt. IV ~ Episode 933:
First things must come first. You cannot do the last things first; or the middle parts first. Yes, that's part of the Lord's process. Going through the Lord's process in His Divine Order ensures everything will be in Divine Alignment. The Lord, and all that He does is perfect.

Oh, How the Lord Loves Us

Zechariah | Chapter 13:7-9 Pt. V ~ Episode 934:
The Lord loves us Immensely; and, He's welcoming anybody who will come to Him. In all of Scripture, for anyone who is willing to draw close to the Lord, He stayed there to engage with them; so they could receive from Him. There are some that would not take His offer. They kept thinking they had another way. It wasn't because the Lord didn't want them; He [the Lord] opened His arms to everyone.

Captive to Sin?

Zechariah | Chapter 14:1-10 Pt. I ~ Episode 935:
When we examine the Word of God, there is a tendency to only take note of the times a nation was brought into captivity by another nation; for a period of time before the Lord delivered them, and restored them. What the people didn't fully understand was that those practicing sin and wickedness; they're already captives of their own lusts / desires. They're already been placed in captivity by themselves and what they want to do; or, what they feel they should be doing. Many people don't understand or don't recognize, that just because you do not physically see the shackles and the bonds does not mean that you're free either. There were multiple times. In history where people thought they were free, but they eventually found out that they were enslaved because of their own lusts and desires. Jesus, came and set us free; and made a way for all that would believe Him, seek Him and His righteousness, would be free now - and for eternity.

The Inevitable Day of Judgement

Zechariah | Chapter 14:1-10 Pt. II ~ Episode 936:
The Lord, in His Love and Grace, has given each person time to either make a choice for Him; or, to be against Him. If you have been against the Lord, you can make a change in your decisions, while there is time. But once that eternal phase has been entered into; that final judgment is set and ready, there then becomes no longer an opportunity to make a choice. The choice has been made; and, the time before that choice was already given and it reached its fullness. Wanting people to believe that you're pursuing God, and actually pursuing Him, are two totally different things.

Taking Refuge in the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 14:1-10 Pt. III ~ Episode 937:
Our refuge must be in the Lord. He is our tall tower. So to connect everything together; our refuge is in the Lord, our role is to move at His instruction. We are sent people. He [the Lord] sends us where He desires to send us, to say and or do what He wants us to say and do, how he wants us to say and do it, when he wants us to say and do what He wants, how He wants it said and done. His Word is what everything in Heaven and on the Earth waits for; and, does not move until it is uttered. And, when it is uttered is they are quick to get into alignment with it. That is how we are supposed to be; those who are Believers, who are Christians, those who name the Name of the Lord. That is a demonstration of your faith, hope, and trust in the Lord.

Firmly Grasp the Lord and His Provision

Zechariah | Chapter 14:1-10 Pt. IV ~ Episode 938:
Jesus the Christ, in His High Priestly prayer, that we would be one even as they, Jesus and the Father, are One. Showing the unity as a result of love that is expected from His people. And it's not love as the world defines love; the Lord is love. Requiring us loving the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, mind and strength; and our neighbor as ourself. The Lord is the One that provides all your needs; and, what is needed for you to be a blessing to others.

Do Not Get Weary Keeping the Faith

Zechariah | Chapter 14:1-10 Pt. V ~ Episode 939:
We're meant to remain here in the earth and occupy until He comes; keeping the faith and doing the work that has been assigned to by the Lord, which is our reasonable service of worship. There's coming a separating of the wheat and the chaff ; separating us [those that are the Lord's] from the natural world or the earth; that's groaning and travailing, waiting for the manifestation of the sons of God. The Lord is looking, and the earth is waiting, for those who are consistent in exercising the Faith of God; regardless of the season. That's what distinguishes the wheat from the tares.

Don't Fight Against the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 14:11-15 Pt. I ~ Episode 940:
If you see these terrible things happening or these strange things happening, of course you're going to cry out for God. But, the Lord has a way of using His refining fire to reveal what's already in that person's heart. Everybody does not love the Lord. When hard times come, not everyone is going to turn to Him; but instead they will choose to curse him. For the people who were fighting against the Lord at Jerusalem, they aren't blind or unaware. Just like Pharaoh and Egypt, he knew who God was; and when the fire or the the heat the the heat to purify him came, instead of humbling himself, purifying his heart, cleansing his hands, and confessing that Jesus is Lord, he hardened his heart. He resisted the Lord because that was what was in his heart.

Do Not Remain a Slave to the Curse

Zechariah | Chapter 14:11-15 Pt. II ~ Episode 941:
Each individual must choose to acknowledge God for who He is individually for our lives. He's my little savior. I can't make Him your Lord and Savior; but, I have made Him mine. And, He will remain that way. He's my Lord and savior. The curse will be broken in Jerusalem, will live in safety. I think that's significant that they instead of saying other destruction. They made the distinction of the curse was broken. Now the Lord through Zechariah talks about the nations that their flesh is wasting away because of the curse was occurring upon them. This is the curse that he mentions in chapter in verse 11 saying. In in chapter 5 saying this is what you guys opened yourselves up to. the Lord has nothing to do with bringing this upon you - The penalty of sin is death. Will you let the Lord free / deliver you; or will you choose to remain a slave to the curse?

Be in Communion with God

Zechariah | Chapter 14:11-15 Pt. III ~ Episode 942:
It is important to understand, when the city of Jerusalem is surrounded, the only reason why the people in Jerusalem survived was because of their connection in communion with the Lord. The Bride of Christ, whom the Lord is defending by being a tall tower for, shall become one - this only happens by and through Communion - which is entering and remaining in a Covenant relationship with the Lord.

There's No Fooling the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 14:16-21 Pt. I ~ Episode 943:
The Lord is capable of doing all things He's capable of. Showing grace to those who need it in the moment.You cannot play semantics with God. You cannot manipulate Him. Nobody can outward or outthink Him. There's no counsel against the Lord. He's going to examine each and every heart before the throne of Christ. That will happen sooner or later; and, it's coming.

Holiness to the Lord

Zechariah | Chapter 14:16-21 Pt. II ~ Episode 944:
Every vessel in the Lord's house is holiness, or as Scripture says, it shall be holiness to the Lord of hosts. No longer will there be vessels of honor and dishonor; all the vessels are refined and carrying out their Covenant relationship with the Lord - Only doing His will; nothing of our own initiative. 

Understanding the Feast of Tabernacles

Zechariah | Chapter 14:16-21 Pt. III ~ Episode 945:
The Lord, through Zechariah, is giving the people additional insight and understanding concerning the importance of the Feast of Tabernacles; and, how it demonstrates what the Lord's been carrying out in each generation throughout time.  

Understanding the Feast of Tabernacles Pt. II

Zechariah | Chapter 14:16-21 Pt. IV ~ Episode 946:
Let's continue to receive the additional insight and understanding concerning the importance of the Feast of Tabernacles; and, how it demonstrates what the Lord's been carrying out in each generation throughout time.  Just like the Lord, through Zechariah, is giving the people through these Scriptures so their life and walk before the Lord can be impacted for the Lord's Kingdom.

The Lord, He Will Provide

Zechariah | Chapter 14:16-21 Pt. V ~ Episode 947:
When Scripture states the Lord provided, it means to be able to fill everything that you required. He [The Lord] produced, He calls their flocks to reproduce without miscarrying, He calls their grain to produced. He provided the rain for it at the harvest time. He provided for the herds. He did everything, absolutely everything; because they trust Him. So, lets also the character and the nature of God is such that He's not asking you for something that you have to strive after or concoct yourself. He's asking you to give back to Him what He's already given you; and, to use it in the way that He has ordained and decided it should be used, just to honor Him.

Zechariah | Study Wrap Up

Episode 948:
Join us as we conclude this study of the Book of Zechariah; sharing some of the things that stood out as the Lord ministered, and the practical application today.  We will begin a study of the Book of Zephaniah on 11/12/2024.

Zephaniah | Introduction & Overview

Episode 949:
In the Book of Zephaniah, we're continuing with the Season of Rebuilding and Restoration that the Lord has brought us into. And, He's directing us to examine the things that were occurring before the period of captivity, so we do not get so caught up or complacent in this momentary peace and prosperity that we allow that to derail us from all the Lord is going to do - The fullness that He desires to bring about towards His people.

Worship and Serve the Lord Only

Zephaniah | Chapter 1:1-9 Pt. I ~ Episode 950:
If you truly love God, you're willing to uproot all unrighteousness; and, you will no longer want sin as master over your life. You'll want to be subject to the Lord only; staying loyal and faithful to Him. 

Intercession and Spiritual Laws

Zephaniah | Chapter 1:1-9 Pt. II ~ Episode 951:
The Lord looks for intercession, as a means of faith being exercised on the Earth, so He can legally restrain and hold back what people have released into their lives because of their own words and actions. It's a part of the spiritual laws the Lord established and taught the generation about in Scripture.

Refinement and Judgement's Role in Restoration

Zephaniah | Chapter 1:1-9 Pt. III ~ Episode 952:
Everything that the Lord makes is good; it is perfect, or, suitable for its purpose. We must go through the Lord's refining to become conformed into the image of Jesus the Christ; made perfect and able to fulfill all the Lord has destined, in His Will, for us to accomplish.