Week 47 • Let it Rain (Zechariah 10)

Memory Verse: Psalm 80:3

In each reading assignment look for a . . .

Sin to Confess • Promise to Claim • Attitude to Change • Command to Obey • Example to Follow

Personal Study Notes:

Psalm 77

Psalm 78

Psalm 7

Psalm 80

Zachariah 10

Accountability Question

  • Did everyone read all five assignments?

  • What application points did you find?

Group Participation

  • Where are we on our ministry project?

  • Have someone take requests and lead prayer.

  • Have someone tell the story or paraphrase.

  • Have someone read the Bible passage.

  • Have someone facilitate the Bible study using the weekly discussion questions.

Weekly Discussion Questions  

  • Verses 1-2: Why does the passage tell people to "ask the LORD for rain" instead of turning to idols or diviners? What is the consequence of seeking comfort from idols in verse 2?

  • In what areas of your life are you relying on "modern idols" (e.g., money, intellect, other people) instead of asking the Lord for provision?

  • How can you identify the "false dreams" or misleading voices in today's world that lead people astray?

  • Verse 3: Against whom is the Lord’s anger kindled, and how does He care for His flock?

  • Verse 4: What four metaphors (cornerstone, tent peg, etc.) are used to describe the leadership that will come from Judah?

  • Verse 6: What specific promises does the Lord make to both the house of Judah and the house of Joseph?

  • How does the promise of being made strong in the Lord encourage you when you feel weak or defeated?

  • What does it mean to have a heart "glad as with wine” (v.7) in the Lord, and how can you cultivate that joy?

  • Verses 8-9: How does God promise to bring back His people from far away?

  • Verse 11: What imagery is used to describe God’s intervention in the "sea of distress"? 

  • What practical steps can you take to "walk in His name" (v.12) in your daily life, and how does this affect your choices?

  • How can you be more intentional about asking God for "rain" (spiritual, emotional, or physical blessings) in your life? 

Prayer: Help us Father to recognize and steer clear of false teachers and lying voices.  May we seek your Word as we pray you restore your people and fill us with your great joy.