Scripture Union Daily Guide 11 November 2026 | Not By Might, Not By Power

Daily Guide Devotional For Today 11th November 2026 (Wednesday)

Welcome to Scripture Union Daily Guide Devotional today. As you read, study and meditate, may the Lord Almighty reveal His essence to you in Jesus’ Name, Amen!

Scripture Union Daily Guide 11 November 2026 Today’s Devotional

TOPIC: “NOT BY MIGHT, NOT BY POWER”

Opening Prayer
Grant me depth of insight, revelation and knowledge as I meditate on this passage, O Lord.

Bible Text
Zechariah 4:1-14

Questions for meditation
►Q1: What does the passage teach about God the Father, or God the Son or God the Holy Spirit?
►Q2: Is there any example for me to follow or not to follow?
►Q4: Is there any promise for me to believe or hope for?

Scripture Union Daily Guide 11 November 2026 Outline

In this fifth vision, God assures Zerubbabel and Joshua that His Spirit will empower them to rebuild the temple. The lampstand (Zechariah 4:2) symbolizes God’s purity, holiness, and favour, while the olive trees (Zechariah 4:3) represent the priestly and kingly offices, fulfilled by Joshua and Zerubbabel. Compare 1 Peter 2:5,9.
Read Zechariah 4:6-9 again and note that success comes not by human strength but by God’s Spirit (Zechariah 4:6). The temple’s completion is guaranteed. Zerubbabel, who began the work, will finish it despite opposition (Zechariah 4:7).

The people will celebrate, acknowledging that it is by God’s grace, not human effort. It is God’s Spirit that enables His servants to accomplish their calling and overcome obstacles (Isaiah 31:1-3; Jeremiah 17:5-8; Psalms 146:3-6). We, too, are called to rely fully on Him. “Do not despise small beginnings” (Zechariah 4:10). Trust in the Lord always and be rest assured that no power, physical, military or any other power or authority can stop God’s work.
The golden oil (Zechariah 4:12) represents the Holy Spirit continually supplying strength and guidance to God’s people. Just as the lampstand’s light never went out, God’s favour and blessings are unending.

Insight
Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?

Offer a prayer of faith in line with John 14:27
Closing Prayer
Lord Jesus, I trust in you alone. Fill me with your Spirit and empower me to fulfil your purpose for my life.

Bible Reading Plan
John 14-17

Prayer Bulletin Wed 11 November, 2026

PRAYER FOCUS
ABUJA REGION
“And when the Israelites saw the great power the Lord displayed against the Egyptians, the people feared the Lord and put their trust in him and in Moses his servant”. Ex. 14:31

Thank God for
•Unreserved committment of the brethren and staff in reaching children and youths even amidst the insecurity
•Operation RARID in Saminaka, Zuru, Bari, Anyim etc. with indigenous SU members and additional SU Pilgrims group fellowships.

Pray for
•God will bless all the supporters, donors and the brethren for their sacrifices and financial commitment to the ministry.
•God will dismantle the forces of the enemy against the Areas and Zones.
•There will be more children workers and school visitors who will be dedicated to visiting schools and running Bible clubs.
•God will continue to provide for the families of missionaries who are constantly on the frontline of the work.

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