There is a popular expression that says "seeing is believing." However, many people saw the amazing signs performed by Jesus and did not believe in him. In two separate incidents recorded in John 4:43-5:18, Jesus performed signs of healing, but few believed in him. One politically connected man did believe while the religious leaders did not. He became a model of faith, while they became a warning about the dangers of man-made religion. (full sermon notes)
The demons revealed that their only purpose is to destroy, while Jesus demonstrated his power to heal and restore.
Salvation is not a matter of racial identity or religious privilege but of true righteousness, which comes through the gospel.
After noting how little the people had accomplished, in Haggai 2:1-9 God told them to be strong because of his presence with them.
