Rev Dave Stedman – Called to Build – Haggai 2:1-9

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“‘I will shake all nations, and what is desired by all nations will come, and I will fill this house with glory,’ says the Lord Almighty. ‘The silver is mine and the gold is mine,’ declares the Lord Almighty. ‘The glory of this present house will be greater than the glory of the former house,’ says the Lord Almighty. ‘And in this place I will grant peace,’ declares the Lord Almighty.” (Haggai 2:7-9)

Haggai’s second prophecy was given at a dedication service for the foundation of the temple, but there were murmurs of discontent in the community: religious interruptions, tedious preparations, historic comparisons, general despondency and economic hardship. But Haggai calls the community to action reminding them that this Temple anticipates God’s unshakeable Kingdom, global invitation and glorious presence – therefore stop complaining and be bold, for the Lord is in this endeavour!