Zechariah Chapter 1 Bible study

Zechariah Chapter 1 Bible study. Zechariah 1:1-21 introduces the prophetic message of Zechariah, who begins by calling the people of Israel to repentance. The chapter starts with Zechariah receiving a vision in the eighth month of the second year of Darius' reign. This vision includes a message from God, urging the people to return to Him, promising that He will return to them.Zechariah sees a vision of a man riding a red horse among myrtle trees in a ravine, accompanied by other horses of different colors. The man explains that these horses represent the angels of the Lord who have been patrolling the earth. They report that the world is at peace, which contrasts with the suffering and destruction faced by Israel.God's response is one of anger against the nations that have afflicted Israel, promising that He will return to Jerusalem with mercy and rebuild the city. The chapter also includes a vision of four craftsmen who will bring an end to the horns that scattered Judah, Israel, and Jerusalem.Zechariah 1:1-21 conveys a message of hope and restoration. Despite the current challenges and the peaceful status of other nations, God is actively working to restore and protect Israel, showing His commitment to His people and His plans for their future.