David established a standing army as well as officers over different areas of the economy. God gave David a genius for organization that is clearly seen in this chapter.

Zechariah prophesied at the same time as Haggai. He spoke to the Israelites who had returned to Jerusalem from Babylon. The message of this book is one of encouragement. It looks forward to the restoration of Israel and the coming of the Messiah. The visions recorded in Zechariah are often thought to be difficult to understand. Do not worry over understanding everything about them at once. Enjoy learning what God has in them. This passage introduces you to the first of Zechariah