Author Archives: Jefferson Vann
God Rejects Empty Religion (Zechariah 7-8).
God Rejects Empty Religion (Zechariah 7-8). Teaching Summary: Zechariah 7–8 Emphasis: God Rejects Empty Religion Zechariah 7 — God Exposes the Hypocrisy of False Fasting 1. The Question That Reveals the Heart (7:1–3) A delegation asks whether they should continue … Continue reading
When God Cleanses, God Completes (Zechariah 5–6).
When God Cleanses, God Completes (Zechariah 5–6). I. God Confronts Hidden Sin (Zechariah 5:1–4 — The Flying Scroll) A. The Scroll of Judgment A massive flying scroll—public, visible, unavoidable. Represents God’s covenant curse going out over the land. B. God’s … Continue reading
The Coming Branch Will Unite Priesthood and Kingship (Zechariah 5–6).
Zechariah 5:1–4 — The Flying Scroll: Judgment on Covenant Breakers A massive flying scroll (approx. the size of the temple porch) symbolizes God’s Word going forth in judgment. Thieves (violations of the second table of the law) False swearers (violations … Continue reading
Satan Accuses, but God Justifies (Zechariah 3–4).
Satan Accuses, but God Justifies (Zechariah 3–4). Zechariah 3 — Vision Four: The Cleansed Priesthood The Courtroom Scene Joshua the high priest stands before the angel of the LORD. Satan stands at Joshua’s right hand—the traditional place of the prosecuting … Continue reading
Why Easter Matters
In “Why Easter matters” Jefferson Vann explains why Christians celebrate Easter. But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep (1 Corinthians 15:20 ESV). I wish each of you a happy Easter, … Continue reading
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God’s Call to Return — The Heart of Zechariah 1–2
🔥 God’s Call to Return — The Heart of Zechariah 1–2 🌿 1. God Initiates the Call The book opens not with human longing for God, but with God’s longing for His people. The first divine word is not judgment … Continue reading
The Presence of God as the Source of Strength in Haggai
🔥 The Presence of God as the Source of Strength in Haggai 🌿 1. God’s Presence Is the Turning Point of the Entire Book The people move from apathy to action, from fear to courage, from futility to fruitfulness—and the … Continue reading
A Two‑Edged Reality (Zephaniah 2–3 )
A Two‑Edged Reality (Zephaniah 2–3 ) A focus on the Day of the LORD as both warning and hope brings Zephaniah 2–3 into sharp clarity. The prophet presents the Day not as a single event but as a two‑edged reality: … Continue reading
God as the Divine Warrior (Habakkuk 3 and Zephaniah 1)
God as the Divine Warrior (Habakkuk 3 and Zephaniah 1) A focus on God as the Divine Warrior brings Habakkuk 3 and Zephaniah 1 into sharp relief. Habakkuk sees the Warrior rise to save His people; Zephaniah sees the same … Continue reading
The Problem of Evil and Divine Justice (Habakkuk 1–2 )
The Problem of Evil and Divine Justice (Habakkuk 1–2 ) A focus on the problem of evil and divine justice in Habakkuk 1–2 reveals one of Scripture’s most honest and profound explorations of how a holy God governs a violent … Continue reading
