Zechariah 14: Nations Rage, the Lord Reigns

Aug 29, 2025

Join Pastor Bruce von Hindenburg of Catalina Lutheran Church as he dives into the powerful imagery found in Zechariah 14. He discusses the contrast between turmoil and divine intervention, where hope emerges amidst chaos. The exploration of God's protection, the significance of living waters, and the call to worship draws connections to contemporary struggles. Bruce reflects on the Feast of Tabernacles and its joyous celebrations post-adversity, emphasizing faith's resilience through trials while highlighting the enduring relevance of prophecy.

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INSIGHT

From Cosmic Warfare To Worldwide Worship

Zechariah 14 frames a final 'day of the Lord' when cosmic warfare gives way to worldwide worship.
The chapter shifts from near-term Messianic hopes to an ultimate, transformative return of Christ for all nations.

ANECDOTE

Using The Program In A Bible Class

Bruce used his sermon and Bible class to surface listener questions from the radio discussions.
He credited Pastor Booe's program for helping him reach everyday questions in his congregation.

INSIGHT

Shift From Near Messiah To Final Coming

Chapters 9–13 present a combined prophet-king and shepherd-messiah expectation that points to Christ.
Zechariah 14 then advances from that nearer fulfillment to a final eschatological coming in glory.

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It often feels like the world is unraveling. Nations rage, foundations shake, and evil seems to advance on all sides. We see the siege and feel the battle is nearly lost. We look for a hero, a victory, a final turning of the tide. But human plans fail. The prophet Zechariah paints a picture of that final day. The battle rages, the city is taken, and all hope appears gone. Then, the Lord Himself appears. His feet will stand on the Mount of Olives, and the mountain itself will be split in two. Living waters will flow from the heart of the city. The entire world will be transformed by His presence. The Rev. Bruce von Hindenburg, pastor of Catalina Lutheran Church in Tucson, AZ, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Zechariah 14. To learn more about Catalina Lutheran, visit www.catalinalutheran.org.The Persian king Cyrus issues an astonishing decree: the exiles may go home. Among them are the Jews—God’s chosen people—whom this pagan ruler not only repatriates, but commands to rebuild the temple of the Lord. Ezra 1–4 tells of their return, the joy of restored worship, and the crushing opposition that brings construction to a standstill. Then the prophets Haggai and Zechariah speak with God’s authority, calling His people to courage, repentance, and hope. In Ezra 5–8 the temple is completed, worship flourishes, and hearts are renewed in God’s Word. This series on Thy Strong Word follows the events in the order they happened, revealing how the Lord moves kings and prophets, overcomes opposition, and restores His people.Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God’s Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.