The Book of Haggai
First things first — a call to rebuild God's house and put him at the centre.
Overview
Haggai spoke to returned exiles who had let the rebuilding of God's temple stall while they saw to their own houses. His message is simple and searching: consider your ways, and put God first.
When the people obey, God renews his promise of presence and blessing — a reminder that priorities shape everything.
Key themes
Put God first
The people are called to prioritise God's work over their own comfort.
Consider your ways
Haggai urges honest reflection on where our energy really goes.
God's presence and blessing
As they obey, God promises to be with them and give peace.
Key verses from Haggai
The glory of this latter house shall be greater than of the former, saith the LORD of hosts: and in this place will I give peace, saith the LORD of hosts.
Consider your ways.
A short command with a searching edge.
How to read Haggai
Let 'consider your ways' prompt an honest look at your priorities.
Notice how obedience is met with God's renewed presence.
Read it as a call to put first things first.