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Zechariah, 4

14. He said, 'These are the two anointed ones in attendance on the Lord of the whole world. This is the word of Yahweh with regard to Zerubbabel, 'Not by might and not by power, but by my spirit' -- says Yahweh Sabaoth.

Verses related to Zechariah, 4:

Chapter 4 of Zechariah presents a vision that the prophet had from a golden chandelier and two olive trees, symbolizing the continuous provision of God for the people and the anointing of the Holy Spirit over Governor Zerubbabel. Moreover, the chapter emphasizes the importance of depending on the strength of God and not our own, to fulfill His will. Following are five verses related to the topics covered in Zechariah 4:

Isaiah 41:10: "Do not fear, because I am with you, do not haunt yourself, because I am your God; I strengthen you, and help you, and I support you with my faithful right hand." This verse reminds us of the importance of trusting God and relying on His strength instead of ours.

Philippians 4:13: "I can all things in the one who strengthens me." Like the chandelier in Zechariah 4 depended on the provision of olive oil, we must also depend on God to receive the necessary strength to fulfill His will.

Ephesians 6:10: "In the others, my brothers, strengthen you in the Lord and in the strength of your power." This verse emphasizes the importance of seeking strength in God, especially in the midst of the spiritual battles we face.

2 Corinthians 12:9: "And he said to me, My grace is sufficient to you, for my power is perfect in weakness. Of goodwill, I will glory in my weaknesses, that the power of Christ dwells in me." This verse reminds us that our weakness can be an opportunity to experience the strength of God.

Romans 12:2: "And do not confine you with this world, but transform you for the renewal of your understanding, that you may experience what is good, pleasant, and perfect will of God." Just as the chandelier in Zechariah 4 has been called to fulfill a specific purpose, we are also called to fulfill God's will in our lives, and the transformation of our understanding is necessary for it.





“Quando ofendemos a justiça de Deus, apelamos à Sua misericórdia. Mas se ofendemos a Sua misericórdia, a quem podemos apelar? Ofender o Pai que nos ama e insultar quem nos auxilia é um pecado pelo qual seremos severamente julgados.” São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina