Zechariah's vision in Chapter 1:8
Again, the message that sin brought punishment despite the warning, the teaching, and the correction that the prophets were delivering. But even prophecy could be corrupted as evidenced by the period of time between the testaments where there was no lasting prophetic voice to speak to God's people.
In the last chapter, Zechariah teaches that salvation may be obtained by all, not through the mere act of seeking God or a god, but through repentance and acceptance of the coming saviour. God desires that all people come to salvation, not just a chosen few. He also teaches that God is sovereign and that he will be bringing all things to the conclusion that He chooses, and in His time.
Impressions: There is always hope for all, no matter the depth of depravity and sin. God is in the business of saving and redeeming. God always holds out the chance for everyone to make a responsible choice that will lead to life, and not death.
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