1. What is the meaning of Zechariah 7:10?

2. How can we "not oppress the widow" in today's society?

3. What does it mean to "show mercy and compassion" in Zechariah 7:10?

4. How does Zechariah 7:10 connect with James 1:27 on caring for others?

5. In what ways can we avoid "plotting evil" against our neighbors?

6. How can we apply Zechariah 7:10 in our daily interactions with others?

7. How does Zechariah 7:10 challenge our treatment of the vulnerable in society today?

8. What historical context influenced the message of Zechariah 7:10?

9. How does Zechariah 7:10 relate to the broader theme of justice in the Bible?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Zechariah 7?

11. What defines social justice?

12. What does the Bible say about Christian civil rights?

13. What is the definition of white privilege?

14. What does the Bible say about justice?1. How does Zechariah 7:10 reflect God's consistent message throughout the Bible regarding justice and mercy?

2. In what ways can we identify and support the "widows, orphans, foreigners, and the poor" in our own communities today?

3. How does the command in Zechariah 7:10 challenge us to examine our personal and societal attitudes towards the marginalized?

4. What are some practical steps we can take to ensure we are not oppressing others, intentionally or unintentionally?

5. How do the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament reinforce the message found in Zechariah 7:10?1. What are the dangers of practicing religious rituals without genuine devotion as depicted in Zechariah 7?

2. How does the message in Zechariah 7 about true fasting and justice apply to our lives today?

3. Compare the form of fasting practiced by the Israelites in Zechariah 7 with the concept of fasting in modern Christianity.

4. Reflect on God's response to the inquiry from Bethel. What does it teach us about the intention behind our acts of worship?

5. How does Zechariah 7 challenge your understanding of social justice in the context of faith?

6. Reflect on a time when you acted with justice, mercy, and compassion, as advised in Zechariah 7. How did it feel, and what impact did it have on others?

7. What are some practical ways we can avoid “hardening our hearts” as the Israelites did?

8. How does Zechariah 7 guide us in treating strangers, the poor, widows, and the fatherless?

9. How does God's response to the Israelites' disobedience resonate with contemporary issues in society?

10. How can we apply the teachings of Zechariah 7 in our daily lives, particularly in regard to true piety and social responsibility?

11. What lessons can churches today learn from Zechariah 7 about the nature of true worship?

12. How can we ensure our acts of piety, like fasting, are sincere and not just for outward show?

13. Reflect on the consequences of Israel's stubbornness in Zechariah 7. How can we learn from their mistakes?

14. In what ways does Zechariah 7 emphasize the importance of inward change over outward rituals?

15. How can Zechariah 7 inspire us to be more compassionate in our dealings with others?

16. How can you personally respond to the call to justice and compassion in Zechariah 7?

17. How does God's anger at Israel's stubbornness and their subsequent punishment relate to concepts of divine justice?

18. How does the question God asks about who the people were truly fasting for challenge our perceptions of religious practices?

19. Reflect on the way the Israelites ignored the prophets' warnings. How does this relate to ignoring warnings or signs in your own life?

20. What changes would you make in your life after reading and reflecting on Zechariah 7?

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