Zechariah's 5th Vision

What is the focal point of God's work?  The building of His kingdom (saving people from their sins).

1. Zechariah's Vision (v. 1-3)
     A. A lampstand with 7 lamps (v. 2)
     B. 2 olive trees around the lampstand (v. 3)
2. God's Message in the Vision (v. 4-10a)
     A. God's spirit would empower Zerubbabel (v. 6-7a)
       1. Biblical examples
         a. Samson
         b. David
         c. Jesus
       2. We need to walk in the Spirit, to resist temptations
       3. We are not strong enough in the flesh
       4. Psalm 33:16-20
       5. Where is the Spirit available?
         a. The Word
         b. Fellowship
         c. Prayer
    B. Zerubbabel would complete the temple (v. 7b-10a)
3. The Significance of the Vision (v. 10b-14)
     A. The 7 lamps = the 7 eyes of the Lord (v. 10b)
     B. The 2 olive trees and branches = God's 2 anointed servants (v. 11-14)
       1. Sons of Fresh Oil
       2. The two witnesses (Revelation 11:3-4)
         a. Joshua
         b. Zerubbabel