17 20 The word of the Lord came a second time to Haggai on the twenty-fourth day of the month, 21 “Speak to Zerubbabel, governor of Judah, saying, I am about to shake the heavens and the earth, 22 and to overthrow the throne of kingdoms. I am about to destroy the strength of the kingdoms of the nations, and overthrow the chariots and their riders. And the horses and their riders shall go down, every one by the sword of his brother. 23 On that day, declares the Lord of hosts, I will take you, O Zerubbabel my servant, the son of Shealtiel, declares the Lord, and make you like a signet ring, for I have chosen you, declares the Lord of hosts. (Haggai 2)
One of those "prophet kind of things" in the Bible is how God would share a glimpse of the future with his spokesman, in order for him to then relay it to God's people. Often he would use a short-term event, which when fulfilled, would give credence to a further future prophecy. But He also often included a personal promise, like that to Zerubbabel here. God does not just use people like pawns in His "game." Though He is sovereign in all He does, and can do anything He wants (consistent with His character), He chooses to let His people in on the plan, and allows us to play a part. To be sure, it is easier to look back on what God has been up to, but sometimes He gives us a glimpse of what He is up to now, or soon, just to remind us He knows what He is doing.
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