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Scripture Union Daily Guide 8 November 2026 | Return To The Lord!
Daily Guide Devotional For Today 8th November 2026 (Sunday)
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 8 November 2026 Today’s Devotional
TOPIC: RETURN TO THE LORD!
Opening Prayer
Dear Lord, I pray that you sanctify my spirit, soul and body as I read your word in Jesus name.
Bible Text
Zechariah 1:1-21
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?
►Q3: Is there any command for me to obey?
Introduction to
Introduction to Zechariah
Introduction: Zechariah was both a priest and a prophet to the Jews living in Palestine after their exile in Babylonia. A contemporary of the Prophet Haggai, he assisted him in the campaign to finish rebuilding the Temple.
Zechariah explains that Israel was exiled for its sinful practices, but God Himself will eventually transform His people and introduce a new era of holiness throughout the whole Earth. The message of holiness stands out in the closing verses of Zechariah 14:20-21.
The book emphasizes the importance of God’s Covenant people living ethical lives (Zechariah 7). The consequences of unfaithfulness to God’s covenant law were so real. Yet, the unfaithfulness of the fathers did not condemn the present generation to live under God’s curse. If they responded in repentance and faith, they would find God turning to them in blessing.
Zechariah was both a priest and a prophet, delivering true messages from God (Zechariah 1:1). But are all priests and prophets, then and now, true messengers of God? (See Jeremiah 23:16-18,21-22).
God’s call to His people is clear: “Return to me” (Zechariah 1:3). True repentance requires a complete turnaround—turning away from sin and self-centeredness towards God in loyalty and obedience to His covenant. Without repentance, there can be no true spiritual renewal or revival. Notice the instruction in Zechariah 1:4. What warning is there for us in Zechariah 1:5?
Israel’s exile was a direct result of their stubborn disobedience. Every warning from God’s prophets about the consequences of sin came to pass (Zechariah 1:6). Yet, in Zechariah’s first vision, God expresses deep concern for His covenant people (Zechariah 1:7-15) and promises restoration (Zechariah 1:16-17). Read Zechariah 1:14,16-17 again. How does this reveal God’s heart?
Zechariah repeatedly asks, “What are these, my Lord?” (Zechariah 1:9,19). The four horns symbolise oppressive powers, but God will overthrow them through the four craftsmen and bring an end to their power and authority (Zechariah 1:18-21). No power can stand against God’s authority.
Insight
Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?
Food for Thought
Read Psalms 85:4-7
Offer a prayer of faith in line with Philippians 4:13
Closing Prayer
Lord God, give me grace to listen and respond to your word in repentance and return to you.
Bible Reading Plan
Matthew 25
Prayer Bulletin – Sun 8 November, 2026
PRAYER FOCUS
HOD PILGRIMS AND LEADERS
“Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, serving as overseers, not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be;…” 1Pet. 5:2-4
Pray for
•HOD, Ven. Ernest Onyenagbagha, to finish strong and well.
•The newly appointed leaders from the National down to all SU Groups, that they will be blessed with wisdom to take care of the flock God has made them overseers.
•Prof. Daniel Ama-Abasi, the Chairman, Pilgrims Advisory Committee and Family Life, for God to bless and protect him as he labours in God’s vineyard.
