We REJOICE because of our salvation! We REJOICE because His grace abounds and saves!
But, just why is it that we rejoice??
…Is it because we’ve escaped judgment? (Of course!) …But is there something more??
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Zechariah where we have seen from the vision that Joshua the high priest has been cleansed, filthy garments removed—he has been saved.
But now, God speaks:
He calls Joshua to obedience, gives him a promise, and points him to Someone greater — the coming Servant, the Branch, the Cornerstone.
For what we see through this vision is that His saving us through His grace, is just the beginning… because grace not only saves, it TRANSFORMS.
Have you ever felt the weight of guilt or the sting of accusation?
Have you ever wondered if you could truly be accepted before a holy God?
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Zechariah where we are taken into a divine courtroom.
Joshua the High Priest, stained with sin, stands accused — filthy and unworthy.
Satan is ready to condemn: “Look at him covered in sin! He’s mine!
But then, something incredible happens… God, Himself, intervenes — with all-knowing knowledge of the Lamb slain for sinners — rebukes the accuser: NO SATAN! Legally, he’s MINE.
…And removes Joshua’s filthy garments, and clothes him in righteousness.
Where is your true home? Have you settled too comfortably in a world that is passing away? Or are you living as a citizen of Zion, rejoicing in the presence of your King?
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Zechariah where we see God call His people to flee Babylon—the symbol of the world’s fleeting security and rebellion against Him. Instead, He invites them to Zion, the city of His presence, where He promises protection, joy, and eternal belonging.
Because you see, in a world that lures us with comfort, distraction, and false hope, God calls us to something greater: to build our lives on His unshakable kingdom.
— needing to rebuild… but not even knowing how to piece life back together?
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Zechariah in which we learn that that was the reality of his day. For the nation of Judah — the remnant of Israel — had returned from exile to Jerusalem, only to find their once-great city in ruins.
How could it be restored??
They were discourage, vulnerable, and uncertain about the future.
But in Zechariah 2, God gives them —God gives us— a vision that defies human expectation:
A CITY WITHOUT WALLS.
…a place of expansion, security, and glory — secured not by walls, BUT BY GOD HIMSELF, who is both its protector and dwelling place.
Have you ever felt like your life is too broken to fix??
…like no matter what you do, you just can’t make things right?
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Zechariah to share a passage that is filled with hope, restoration, and God’s unstoppable promises. In this passage we see how God’s mercy forgives, Spirit dwells, power rebuilds, and protection ensures. Because here’s the good news:
SBC Host:And the word of the Lord came to Zechariah…
“I saw at night, and behold, a man was riding on a red horse, and he was standing among the myrtle trees which were in the ravine, with red, sorrel and white horses behind him.Then I said, ‘My lord, what are these?’”
Avg Guy:That’s exactly what I was thinking!
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, Pastor Monty Simao continues with our study in the book of Zechariah where in just his first vision, we find a God who is not distant nor indifferent, but deeply zealous for His people and actively working to bring about their renewal.
And as we unpack this vivid prophecy, we realize that His promises of peace and restoration for His people then, give *us* hope for today.
For God sees every moment we struggle and is passionately committed to restoring what’s broken.
When life feels broken… plans in ruins… and hope out of reach — What do you do??
Today on Scandia Bible Church Podcast, we learn from Pastor Monty Simao that that is exactly what God’s people were up against when the prophet Zechariah spoke to them.
Today on the podcast, we start a new study in Zechariah — a book filled with hope, reminders of God’s faithfulness, and a vision for restoration through Christ.
For what we see, in just the opening verses, is that in the midst of their discouragement and unfinished work, God’s message to His people — spoken through Zechariah — was clear:
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Currently on the workbench:
The Jim Allen Gospel of John Study (1997-1998) is now complete and in our SBC Classic Edition collection!
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With the increased release of sermons from our archives, SBC Classic Edition is now podcasting on its own dedicated feed, separate from our current Sunday sermons.
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