A Flying Roll

O. T. #2291" A Flying Roll"

Oct. 3, 2022

Zechariah 5

LET IT GLOW

In this chapter, God performs a cleansing operation and deals with the sins of the nation Israel. The sixth vision that Zechariah had was a flying roll or scroll. This would not have bben an ordinary sight. What do we learn about it?

• The roll was 30 feet by 15 feet, which was the same size of the Holy of Holies in the Tabernacle. That is where the high priest took the blood of a perfect lamb and sprinkled the Mercy Seat with the blood once a year. It was an offering for the sins of the nation Israel. He was a representative of the whole nation. No one else was allowed to go behind the veil in front of the room. The high priest was standing on redeemed ground, having been redeemed by the blood. (McGee)
• The flying roll was probably made of the bark of trees or papyrus, or animal skins. It was flying because it contained news of judgment going to be poured out swiftly against the individuals of the nation. The indictment is large and detailed. It was no small matters. (Falwell)

When we are redeemed (10:8), we are released, delivered, severed, a ransom paid. It is not by gold or silver, precious stones, or precious jewels, but the blood of Christ, the Lamb of God that takes away the sins of the world. We are delivered from the penalty and power of sin. 

John 3:14-15 says, And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the son of man be lifted up; that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have eternal life.

Folks, we are so loved by God that He was willing to give up His only Son to redeem you and me. It was the blood of Jesus that purchased us, cleanses us, and provided a way for us to go to heaven, since we are all sinners in need of a Savior. We could not do it by ourself. We can't keep all of the Ten Commandments, but Jesus Christ did. Therefore, He was our perfect sacrifice for our sins. Thank You, Jesus!! Have you believed in Jesus and asked Him to forgive your sins, come into your heart to be your Savior and Redeemer?

LET IT GROW

The roll flies over the land and whole earth, which is brought under the indictment of the curse. Two sins are summarized-stealing and swearing, and mentioned, which represent the Law of God. The people were stealing from God with tithes and offerings or lack of and taking advantage of their neighbors. Also, false swearing by God's name were individual sins. The curse would remain in a person's house either over night or permanently. 

Those who sin openly will not hinder the God's work, but God's judgment is upon them and there is no escape. When the Messiah returns, He will pour out judgment upon the earth and will remove every sinner from the land. 

God gives us grace as Christians. The Holy Spirit in us produces fruit of love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, and faith. Those are no mentioned in the Mosiac Law. Judgment begins with God's people. (1 Peter 4:17; Ezek. 9:6)

LET IT GO 

Blessed Redeemer! Precious Redeemer!

Thank You for dying for me a sinner!