Zec 4:14 | MHM | STEP | v. 14 : The angel explained, “These are the two anointed ones who stand by the Lord of the whole earth” (Zechariah 4:14 ). In Zechariah’s time, these most likely referred to Zerubbabel the governor and Joshua the high priest. Both were chosen and empowered by God to serve His people. Their leadership helped keep God’s work going. On a deeper level, these two can also point to Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit—the true source of all grace for God’s people. From Christ and the Spirit comes the “golden oil” that keeps the church shining brightly (John 1:16; 1 John 2:20 ). Both stand ready to serve God’s purpose and to help His people in every age.

‏ Zechariah 4:14

v. 14: The angel explained, “These are the two anointed ones who stand by the Lord of the whole earth” (Zechariah 4:14 ^a). In Zechariah’s time, these most likely referred to Zerubbabel the governor and Joshua the high priest. Both were chosen and empowered by God to serve His people. Their leadership helped keep God’s work going. On a deeper level, these two can also point to Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit—the true source of all grace for God’s people. From Christ and the Spirit comes the “golden oil” that keeps the church shining brightly (John 1:16; 1 John 2:20 ^b). Both stand ready to serve God’s purpose and to help His people in every age.