Haggai bible study pdf

In the book of haggai, the prophet scolded israel for pushing god out of their lives. Haggai is the tenth of the minor prophets, the last 12 books of the old testament. Central to both of these passages is the promise of gods presence and the encouragement that entails. Haggai was written almost one hundred years after the book of zephaniah, eighty after habakkuk, and sixty after jeremiah. Haggai with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. He was of the royal line, and appointed governor by cyrus. Duane lindsey, haggai, in the bible knowledge commentary. Enter your credit card information to ensure uninterrupted service following your free trial.

For permission to reproducedistribute these resources from steve cole including the word document and audio files found on the individual lesson pages below please see bible. Zephaniah along with many of the other prophets had preached a message of doom and destruction. Haggai seems to use sarcasm by saying, if you say that it is not time to build gods house are you justified in saying that it is time to build luxurious homes for yourselves while gods house lies in ruins. Haggai means festal, which may indicate that the prophet was born during one of the three pilgrimage feasts unleavened bread, pentecost or weeks, and tabernacles. If youve participated in one before, you know how god can use them in your life.

Interesting facts about haggai barnes bible charts meaning. Before, he prophesied nothing, but only recited the saying of the people. Let us summarise them and encourage each other to read and study all the. Haggai was a prophet who, along with zechariah, encouraged the returned exiles to rebuild the temple see ezr 5. This is an crossdenominational study designed to help you grow as a disciple of christ. The book of haggai reminds exiles rebuilding jerusalem and believers of every generation to remain faithful, obedient, and hopeful. Haggai bible studies for personal or small group study. Haggai is the second shortest book in the ot obadiah is. One day god will return to establish a new jerusalem. At the feast of tabernacles in chapter 2, some people were disappointed by the new temple as they compared it with the building that was there before. These small group studies of haggai contain outlines, crossreferences, bible study discussion questions, teaching points, and applications. Haggai pastor david legge 4 haggai is the tenth of the twelve minor prophets. The unique thrust of this second shortest book in the ot is simple.

Go up into the hills, bring down lumber, and build the house. The phrase is found 285 times in the bible, 91 of those times it is to be found in the books of haggai, zechariah and malachi, the postexile prophets. Gradually, the bible unfolds the purpose god had in christ cp. Intro to haggai biblica the international bible society. Because his name means festal one, it is suggested that haggai was born on a feast day. Haggai, zechariah and malachi pdf download download. It is the only book of the english bible to contain two chapters. Next to obadiah, haggai is the shortest book in the old testament, containing but two chapters comprised of a total of 38 verses. In this situation haggai announces jehovahs messages in very short form. Haggai is the second shortest book in the old testament obadiah is shorter, and is quoted by the new testament once compare heb. It always fit the occasion and was directly on point. These people say, the time has not yet come to rebuild the lord s house. This shows god as a warrior, a king and a judge, and the emphasis of these prophets was to show god was in control of the situation and give hope for the future of israel. Constables notes on haggai 5 the returnees in the eighth month of that same year zech.

Easyenglish bible studies that show that god is sufficient whatever the problem. Lord by haggai the prophet unto zerubbabel the son of shealtiel, governor of judah. What are our priori ties, and why is it so important to. Being a pillar in gods house study 1 leaders guide consequences of neglecting gods work if we stop working for god, he may make sure nothing works for us. Go up to the mountains, bring wood and rebuild the temple, that i may be pleased with it and be glorified, says the lord. Haggai was the most precise of all the prophets in dating his messages. Here is pdf version, or you can read the guide below. Basic questions, advanced questions, question formats a.

The language used by the prophets was in no way poor or impoverished. On that day, declares the lord almighty, i will take you, my servant zerubbabel son of shealtiel, declares the lord, and i will make you like my signet ring, for i have chosen you. Visit our library of inductive bible studies for more in depth inductive studies on this and other books of the bible you can use in your small group. If you enjoy the many free bible studies we have created for you, please support our site and the time spent on writing and uploading these studies by disabling your ad blocker and refreshing the page. Haggai was a prophet of the remnant of israel and judah that remained after the 70 years in captivity, and his task was to instruct, encourage and also rebuke after their recent return to the land. Introduction to galatians classic bible study guide.

Leviticus chapter 23 lists the seven festivals and annual holy days, arranged in order of occurrence throughout each year. In particular haggai in conjunction with zechariah was given the task of stirring up the enthusiasm to rebuild the temple of the lord and is the. The precision in dating prophecies that marks haggai and zechariah reflects the annalistic style of history writing that distinguished neobabylonian and. Scan haggai for the phrase darius the king and note the differe nt places it is used. Lets find the first encouragement god gives the jews to do his will. It comes from the hebrew word used to picture festive, joyous occasions and is a reference to gods festivals and holy days described in both the old and new testaments. Pdf on dec 31, 2008, elie assis and others published the temple in the book. Learn how neglecting to put god first is a bigger danger today. Haggai now tells the people to consider what they should do. Haggai 1 inductive bible study learn to consider your ways. Studies in haggai genevan institute for reformed studies. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them.

This is a study guide with background and context information for the book. Our study of each chapter of haggai will begin with quotes from a work of the. Those who put first things first are up and doing the. The book of haggai few prophets have succeeded in packing into such brief compass so much spiritual common sense as haggai did. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. Then haggai, the lords messenger, gave this message of the lord to the people. This 4 part expository study of haggai was preached at flagstaff christian fellowship in 2003. In all of life there is a time to talk and a time to act, a time to consider and a time to do. The purpose is not to create a fabulous building but a focal point a place that puts god at the centre. Introduction the prophets to the returned remnant were haggai, zechariah, and malachi. Josedech was son of seraiah, high priest when jerusalem was taken, 2 kings 25. Then i will be pleased with it and be glorified, says the lord haggai 1.

Haggai 1 kjv commentary analysis application bible study. To punish them god had sent his people want and need by crop failure haggai 1. He is the author of, and study notes on haggai and zechariah for a new edition of the niv study bible. The purpose of this study is to call us to analyze carefully whether the worship and work of god is our ultimate priority. Audio and manuscripts are available for each lesson. Begin reading gods word adfree with instant access to your new online study library. The prophets haggai and zechariah played an important role in encouraging the jewish people and their leaders zerubbabel, the governor of judah, and the high priest joshua to return to their homeland and rebuild the jerusalem temple following the babylonian exile. Haggai, the writer of this short book, is mentioned in ezra 5. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends.

A literary historical study in the group of prophecies isaiah xlxlviii. In that period of time, the world of the biblical prophets completely changed. Now he refutes it in his prophecy, and repeats, again and again, that he says this not. Haggai relayed gods concern to the people, rebuking them for having built. Then, when you have finished those two brief but very important foundational studies, return here and join us as we continue studying this old but very contemporary book of the bible and now, with lessons 1 and 2 completed, lets continue our study of the book of haggai. The remnant that had returned to palestine to rebuild had. House, in sources for biblical and theological study, vol. The books of ezra and nehemiah are also key literary sources on the restoration of the jewish religious community. To study the prophet haggai, whose fiery messages about finishing the building of the temple urged people to reestablish priorities god blesses. The new year always brings a time of rebooting and evaluation. Three easy steps to start your free trial subscription to bible gateway plus. In his short book we read 25 times the word of jehovah or thus says jehovah. Pdf the book of haggai 2018 edition gary everett, mdiv dmin. As bible people, we publish this to help you gain a greater understanding of the text of scripture as we work through this amazing book.