Haggai was calling the people to renew their confidence in the Lord, and to seek to live holy lives. In every age, future blessings are contingent up present obedience. After all, it is God who is in control of the future.

At the same time, strangers eagerly embraced the message, humbly recognizing their need. Indeed, this was a very disturbing message that Jesus brought to His own during His first coming.

This comment, and many other sayings – all of which were true – shook up the religious community. So much so that they killed Him!

Jesus allows every test of your faith; and each test has the potential to strengthen that faith. Do you know that your faith in God is a precious treasure to Him? Never believe the devil’s lie that you are insignificant.

It is the reverence of God and an understanding of the awesomeness of God that causes believers to tremble at His Word. Beloved, never allow the things of this world to dull your sense of His awesome holiness. Say in your heart: Hallowed be Thy Name!

The essence of our faith is unreserved trust in the Word of Almighty God.