There are two powerful statements found in Zechariah 4:6 and 10. I call them, Impact Statements! They have a message in themselves, but that message must be supported by the context in which they are found.
Listen to them: “‘Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the Lord Almighty.” And, “Who despises the day of small things?”
As Zerubbabel led the people of Israel in rebuilding the temple he faced daunting odds, and the progress seemed, oh, so small. God was saying that if they rely on human resources the task will be insurmountable. “Not by might,” has the idea of the resources of many people combined. “Power,” has the idea of a charismatic, powerful leader. Either of these, or a combination of both is not enough.”
In other words, God was saying, “Don’t rely upon your leadership ability or charisma or look for some other human being to provide these. Even if you had a whole army to rely upon, don’t think that will get the job done. It might seem like you are making very little progress. Others might laugh sarcastically at how small what you are doing appears. All I’m asking of you is simply trust and obey. Obey what I’ve told you. Rely upon the supply of my Spirit. It’s in the enabling power of my Spirit that you and your people will accomplish what I have in mind. Anything I’m doing is significant!”
Keep that in mind as you go about living for God, serving Him in whatever task He assigns. Leave the results with Him and you will not be disappointed.
