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ZECHARIAH 10:4
Zechariah is one of the most highly Messianic prophets. In chapter nine he predicted the coming of Christ into Zechariah 10:4 begins, “Out of him …” The antecedent of “him” is First, there would come the “corner,” as as the ASV has it the “cornerstone.” Any building needs a foundation, and the key to the strength of a foundation is a cornerstone. Christ is often referred to as such. He was considered a cornerstone prophetically (Isa. 28:16; Psa. 118:22; cf. Matt. ). Then he was looked upon as one actually (Acts ; Eph. ; 1 Pet. 2:7). Paul said that Christ was the foundation of the church (1 Cor. ). Second, there would come the “nail.” Here was a place of strength; support. This was once used of Eliakim (Isa. ). The Preacher’s words were looked upon as “nails” (Eccl. ). Indicative of that which his hearers could depend on. When the remnant came back from Third, out of Fourth, there would come “every oppressor altogether.” “Oppressor” is ruler in the ASV. The word literally means “an exactor.” The word “taskmaster” (Exo. ) derives from this word. The point is that Christ will ultimately do away with all oppression when he comes. He himself would suffer it to accomplish our salvation, and would “exact” whatever was necessary to achieve that great purpose. None could, nor yet can, stand against him. He makes his people the true noble people of the world (1 Pet. 2:9); their faith will vindicate them, and in the end they will be elevated over every foe. And so we have four great things that would be accomplished in Christ. How great things God sent “out of
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