Zec 3:8 | MHM | STEP | Advent of Christ Predicted; Prediction Relating to Christ. In this passage, the promises given to Joshua the high priest become promises about the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ. Joshua’s priesthood was a symbol of Christ’s priesthood. The restoration of the temple and priesthood after Israel’s captivity was only a shadow of the greater work that Christ would do. The message is full of hope for everyone who trusts in God, because it points to forgiveness, peace, and a new beginning through the coming Savior. v. 8 : God speaks directly to Joshua and the other priests, calling them men wondered at . They are a sign pointing forward to the Messiah. Their lives and work are meant to be examples and reminders of what Christ would do. Even if others think God’s people are strange or different, these priests have a special role as reminders of God’s promises. God says, “I will bring forth my servant the Branch.” This Branch is the Messiah, Jesus, who will save and lead God’s people. When Christ comes, He will be called Wonderful (Isaiah 8:18 ).

‏ Zechariah 3:8

Advent of Christ Predicted; Prediction Relating to Christ.

In this passage, the promises given to Joshua the high priest become promises about the coming Messiah, Jesus Christ. Joshua’s priesthood was a symbol of Christ’s priesthood. The restoration of the temple and priesthood after Israel’s captivity was only a shadow of the greater work that Christ would do. The message is full of hope for everyone who trusts in God, because it points to forgiveness, peace, and a new beginning through the coming Savior.

v. 8: God speaks directly to Joshua and the other priests, calling them men wondered at . They are a sign pointing forward to the Messiah. Their lives and work are meant to be examples and reminders of what Christ would do. Even if others think God’s people are strange or different, these priests have a special role as reminders of God’s promises. God says, “I will bring forth my servant the Branch.” This Branch is the Messiah, Jesus, who will save and lead God’s people. When Christ comes, He will be called Wonderful (Isaiah 8:18 ^a).