Haggai reminded weary builders that the future temple’s glory would surpass the former—and he was pointing to Jesus, the true temple of God. The same is true for us: when we can’t see past the struggle, God is preparing something far greater than we imagine.

The prophet Haggai delivered a message from God to Zerubbabel and Joshua, encouraging them and the people of Judah as they faced the overwhelming task of rebuilding the temple after its destruction.