Jan. 22, 2023

Zechariah 3:1-7

The Accuser

1. A vision of Joshua on Trial (v. 1)

A. A heavenly court

B. The Accuser accuses

2 Corinthians 2:11

Devices Satan Uses

1. Distance

Psalms 22:11

Matthew 28:20

2. Discouragement

Ezra 4:4-6

Joshua 5:13-15

2 Kings 6:15-17

3. Deception

Revelation 12:9

John 14:6

4. Division

Acts 14:4

Ephesians 2:13-18

2. A true picture of Joshua (US!) (vs. 2, 3)

A. The LORD's Opinion and response

Ezekiel 44:15-21

B. Nasty Clothes

-vomit and dung

- dirty from exile

C. The truth of how we view ourselves

-the scale

-the checkbook, retirement, car, 401k

-the mirror

-influential "friends"

D. We all have sinned

Romans 3:23

Romans 6:23

3. GRACE! (vs. 4-7)

A. Took away his sins

B. Gave him his job (our job)

1 Peter 2:9-10

Ephesians 2:8-10

Reflection Questions:

1. What has the Accuser brought against you?

2. Is grace alive in you today? Do you know saving grace? Do you know sanctifying grace?

Follow Up in the Word through the Week…

Monday: Read: 2 Corinthians 2:10, 11

What is the impact of unforgiveness here in this passage? How can believers be “outwitted by Satan” especially considering unforgiveness or other ways?

Tuesday: Read: Psalm 22:11

What is the prayer of this verse? How does our misperceived distance from God often show itself?

Wednesday: Read: Ezra 4:4-6

What discouragement were the people suffering from? How have you dealt with discouragement in your life?

Thursday: Read: Joshua 5:13-15

What was Joshua’s encounter and his initial response? How can this picture of God’s presence help you today?

Friday: Read: 2 Kings 6:15-17

What took place in this passage of Scripture? How does this powerful encounter help you to live today?

Saturday: Read: Zechariah 3:1-7

When have you felt accused like Joshua the high priest in this passage? How does the work of restoration by the Lord and the angels help you to know what God is up to in your life if you allow Him?