The city of Jerusalem has defenses. The temple of God is rebuilt and the people of God are seeking to consecrate themselves and Return to God. Awareness and confession of their sins feeds a time of praise for the goodness and mercy of God. They are revived! Revival Breaks Out Nehemiah 9:1-3, “Now in the […]
Book of Ezra
Return to God’s Social Order
In Nehemiah chapter 5, we learn about the great injustices the people of Israel were suffering at the hands of their own people. Their leaders, and nobles (those sworn to serve them) were growing rich off of the backs and misery of the people. Nehemiah begins a campaign to return the people to God’s social […]
The Unfaithfulness of the Church – Rebuilding the Temple of God
Upon coming to Jerusalem, Ezra is told of the unfaithfulness of the people of Israel with those of the land.
A Return to God’s Call on My Life
Ezra was a ready scribe in the Law of Moses. A highly skilled teacher, extensively trained in God’s word. He was the leader of the second return to Israel by the Israelites in 458 BC.
