Zechariah 3:1-10

Grow:

• Zechariah is a tricky book to understand. Watch this video for a helpful overview.

• What does the filth of Joshua’s garments symbolize? How does Joshua’s cleansing and new clothing illustrate what Christ desires for us still today?

Share:

• What does this vision teach us about God’s mercy and heart for restoration? How can that change the way I treat others?

• The vision ends with a picture of unity and fellowship. How can I practically extend God’s grace to someone this week?

Connect:

• If we have been declared clean in Christ, why are we called to put on righteousness daily? What does that look like for you?

• How can knowing Jesus intercedes for us as our High Priest encourage us when we feel unworthy or accused this week?

• Explore Zechariah 4:1-14 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Zechariah 2:1-13

Grow:

• Recall the bigger picture of Zechariah in this video.

• Consider and journal how your vision of God’s perfect presence among his people impacts your everyday life.

Share:

• Do you view the church more as a rec center or country club? How is this playing out in your interactions with those inside and outside the church?

• How can you invite “the nations” (family, neighbors, coworkers, etc) to be a part of God’s family in both your words and actions?

Connect:

• How do we restrict our vision of God’s kingdom to our human realities?

• How can we help each other to more fully trust the God of the impossible this week?

• Explore Zechariah 2:1-13 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Zechariah 1:7-21

Grow:

• For a helpful overview of the book of Zechariah,  watch this video.

• When life feels particularly chaotic, unjust, or hopeless, where do you naturally seek comfort or answers? Journal your reflections.

Share:

• What is your typical response to injustice? What tangible step can you take to counter injustice around you this week?

• Jesus brought justice through humility and sacrifice rather than force. How can you imitate him in your relationships this week?

Connect:

• Why does God often choose to bring justice through humble “craftsmen” rather than raw power?

• God is the source of hope, peace, and justice. Which of these do you need right now? How can we best point each other back to God in our current situations?

• •  Explore Zechariah 2:1-13 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Matt. 4:2-4, 6:16-18, 9:14-17

Grow:

• Dig into the idea of fasting a bit further on this interactive page.

• For practical tips on what it looks like to fast, read this article.

Share:

• In what ways does fasting help me focus on loving God and others better?

• How is fasting a tangible way to share my grief, longing, and desperate need before the Lord?

Connect:

• How can we reconcile the wisdom of practicing spiritual disciplines (like fasting) with the fulfilled covenant freedom we have in Christ?

• What practical ways can we support one another as we practice fasting?

• •  Explore Zechariah 1:7-21 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.