Two years had passed and the exiles were still building the temple.
How much time had passed?
God expressed "jealousy"
What emotion did God express in verse 2?
God has unlimited power.
What is Omnipotent?
This is the third person of the Trinity.
Who is the Holy Spirit?
They asked whether they should continue to mourn and fast in the fifth month.
What did the people from Bethel ask?
God promised the fasts would change to joyful festivals, celebrating God's blessing upon Judah.
What answer did God give to the question about fasting in Zechariah 7:3?
God does not give us what our sins deserves.
What is Merciful?
This is everything in thought, word and deed that is contrary to the will of God.
What is sin?
God asked why were they fasting and feasting-was it for Him.
How did God's answer redirect the question about fasting.
People from many nations would come to Jerusalem to seek God.
What does Zechariah 8:22-23 say the people of other nations would do?
God is high and lifted up.
What is Holy?
He is the creator and holds everyone and everything together.
Who is God?