Zechariah 8
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14–17 God will indeed reverse the fortunes of His people. Instead of punishing His people for their disobedience (Leviticus 26:14–39), He will now reward them for their obedience (Leviticus 26:3–13). But the people, of course, must continue to obey; in verses 16–17, the Lord summarizes some of His key covenant commands (see Zechariah 7:9–10).
18–19 Here the Lord finally answers the question about fasting that had been asked earlier (see Zechariah 7:3). The answer is: there will no longer be a need for fasts commemorating the fall of Jerusalem and related events. Instead of fasting there will be feasting! Days of mourning will be replaced by happy festivals.
20–23 Here the Lord gives the greatest promise of all: not only will Jews be gathered to Jerusalem but many peoples (Gentiles) will come as well (see Isaiah 2:1–4 and comment). This will be the true fulfillment of God’s original promise to Abraham (Genesis 12:2–3). Jerusalem will not only be the center of Judah but it will also be the center of God’s kingdom throughout the world (see Isaiah 55:5; 56:6–7; Mark 11:17; Galatians 3:8,26–29).
When will all this take place? In those days (verse 23)—in the days when Jesus comes again to reign. Then one Jew will attract ten—many—Gentiles; when non-believing Gentiles see the godliness of God’s people, they will be drawn to God. True godliness always attracts others to God; when people see Christ in us, they will want to know Him too.