Hag 1:13 | MHM | STEP | v. 13 : God responded with encouragement. Haggai brought them a comforting message: I am with you, saith the Lord . This simple promise meant God would forgive their past failures, protect them from their enemies, and help them succeed in rebuilding the temple. God’s presence gave them strength and made their work meaningful. If God is with us, there is no need to fear any difficulty (Matthew 28:20 ).

‏ Haggai 1:13

v. 13: God responded with encouragement. Haggai brought them a comforting message: I am with you, saith the Lord . This simple promise meant God would forgive their past failures, protect them from their enemies, and help them succeed in rebuilding the temple. God’s presence gave them strength and made their work meaningful. If God is with us, there is no need to fear any difficulty (Matthew 28:20 ^a).