Pastor Marshall Ochs | October 5, 2025
In this message, Pastor Marshall teaches from Zechariah 1-2. These chapters call God’s people to move beyond merely rebuilding the temple and instead reorient their hearts and lives fully around the Lord, warning against the temptation to return to comfortable, worldly ways. Through visions, Zechariah reveals God’s plan to judge oppressive nations and expand Jerusalem as a city for all who will leave behind their old allegiances and follow Him. This forward-looking plan centers on Jesus, inviting everyone to forsake “Babylon,” the corrupt city of this world, and become citizens of God’s city, Jerusalem — a place of peace, freedom, and divine rule.
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What are some specific ways we can resist the temptation to return to our old ways of living?
In what ways can we actively participate in God's plan for our community and lives?
How does understanding the significance of the two cities (Babylon and Jerusalem) impact our daily choices?
What are some daily practices that help us remember our identity as citizens of Jerusalem?
What practical steps can we take to align our lives more closely with the Kingdom of God?
How can we help others in our community understand the invitation to leave Babylon?
When faced with opposition, how can we remain steadfast in our spiritual commitments?
What does it look like to measure our lives against the standards of the Kingdom of God?