November 2 - Crown, Priest, Branch, Temple

Zechariah 6:9-15

Grow:

  • As we shift to the next part of Zechariah’s letter, watch this video to remember the bigger picture of the book.

  • Reflect on how the “the Branch” connects to earlier prophecies in Zech. 3:8, Isaiah 11:1, and Jeremiah 23:5.

Share:

  • How might this week look differently if I allowed Jesus to be King over every area of my life?

  • What practical can I take to welcome someone “far off” from Jesus to join in “building His temple”?

Connect:

  • How does knowing Jesus is the Priest and King encourage us to live more faithfully right now?

  • How can we better embody the presence of Jesus by engaging a social problem in our community as a group?

  • Explore Zechariah 7:1-8:23 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith
October 26 - Longing for God's Victory

Zechariah 6:1-8

Grow:

  • What similarities and differences do you notice between Zechariah’s first vision (1:7-21) and this final one (6:1-8)? Why is this significant?

  • From exile to restoration, from battle to rest, how do you see this pattern of the gospel in your life and story? Journal your thoughts.

Share:

  • How can I model trust in God’s sovereignty through my words and actions this week?

  • What practices or habits can remind me this week that no challenge is beyond God’s sight or power?

Connect:

  • When you face opposition or challenges, are you more likely to rely on your own strength or the Lord’s? Why do you think that is?

  • In challenging times, how can we graciously remind and encourage one another to focus on God’s sovereign triumph?

  • Explore Zechariah 6:9-15 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith
October 19 - Longing for God's Judgment

Zechariah 5:1-11

Grow:

  • This vision points to Jesus and His work of purging our sin completely. Take time to gratefully thank Him in prayer.

  • Confess to God any areas where you may be excusing or rationalizing sin. Then turn to Him in repentance.

Share:

  • How might this picture of God’s holiness and desire for a pure people reshape your devotion to Him?

  • What “neighbor” have you failed to love as yourself recently? Ask God for a clear opportunity to love them well this week.

Connect:

  • Even good things in our lives can become idols. What should our response be when that happens?

  • Where is sin still trying to “rule” in your life? How can we help one another identify and then fight for freedom in these areas?

  • Explore Zechariah 6:1-8 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith
October 12 - Longing for Overcoming

Zechariah 4:1-14

Grow:

  • For helpful reminders of the bigger picture of Zechariah, watch this video.

  • Where is God calling you to trust the Spirit’s empowerment? What would it look like to obey the Spirit’s leading in this area?

Share:

  • Where has God placed you to shine his light (home, work, community)? How can you shine more intentionally there?

  • What “mountain” is overwhelming you currently? How will you invite the Spirit into that situation this week?

Connect:

  • Why do we often rely on our own strength, ability, or strategy instead of God’s Spirit? How does this look in your life right now?

  • What “small part” is God calling you to take? How can we pray for one another in the small things?

  • Explore Zechariah 5:1-11 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith