Zechariah 8:6 This is what the Lord Almighty says: “It may seem marvelous to the remnant of this people at that time, but will it seem marvelous to me?” declares the Lord Almighty.
In today’s reading, the Lord describes a rebuilt Jerusalem, filled with wise older residents and the young, both of whom are scarce in the current city in the process of rebuilding. The Lord says that this vision may seem marvelous—incredible, unbelievable—to the remnant, but God’s thoughts are not our thoughts. His ways are far beyond anything we can imagine (Isaiah 55:8).
Zechariah 8:8 I will bring them back to live in Jerusalem; they will be my people, and I will be faithful and righteous to them as their God.”
When it comes to God’s glory and goodness, when it comes to trying to understand His ways, when it comes to trying to imagine what heaven might be like, I know I am limited by my own imagination. What’s possible is shaped by what I’ve seen, by my understanding of the workings of the world, which is so incredibly limited as to be laughable.
Zechariah 8:13 Just as you, Judah and Israel, have been a curse among the nations, so I will save you, and you will be a blessing. Do not be afraid, but let your hands be strong.”
Lord, Thank You that You are not limited by my understanding, imagination, or humanity. Thank You that Your ways are beyond anything I can imagine. Help me to trust You, even when I am afraid, even when I don’t understand. Draw me closer. Amen.
Zechariah 8:16-17 These are the things you are to do: Speak the truth to each other, and render true and sound judgment in your courts; do not plot evil against each other, and do not love to swear falsely. I hate all this,” declares the Lord.
Have a blessed day.