Zechariah 10:12 And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall walk up and down in his name, said the LORD. I. HOLY CONSECRATION. "In the Name of the Lord." Sincere and thorough renewal of consecration essential to increase of faith and holiness. II. HARMONIOUS DEVELOPMENT. "Walking" implies health, freedom, activity. Necessary to the right development of the soul. Not in part, but in all its powers. III. SPIRITUAL USEFULNESS. Time, talent, opportunity, rightly employed. "Up and down" zeal and diligence in all good. IV. HAPPY ASSOCIATIONS. We are continually forming associations in life. Places and persons. The result may be good or evil, sad and painful or bright and exhilarating. V. DELIGHTFUL PROSPECTS. Not only memories to cheer, but the outlook of the future, bright with hope up to the very gates of heaven. - F. Parallel Verses KJV: And I will strengthen them in the LORD; and they shall walk up and down in his name, saith the LORD.WEB: I will strengthen them in Yahweh; and they will walk up and down in his name," says Yahweh. |