Ezra

 

Ezra

When the Jews returned to Jerusalem they came in phases. The first group involved almost 50,000 Jews led by Zerubbel. The second occurred sixty years later with about 2,000 Jews coming with Ezra, the Priest and Scribe. Their goal was to restore the spiritual condition of the people.

When Ezra arrived he discovered that many Jewish men had taken pagan wives. Ezra’s confession and repentance on behalf of the people and how he led the people to confess and repent of their sins led to dissolving their mixed marriages.

The emphasis in Ezra is on trusting God for a new beginning and doing His work, no matter what obstacles and opposition are encountered. Although the days may be dark, God is there to guide us, protect us and help us.

In spite of difficulty and delay, the temple was completed.

Restoring worship in a shattered community is the best place to start after a major setback. Whether your setback is in life, a marriage, or a career where great damage has been done. Seeking the Lord in prayer, submitting to the truths of His Word, and acknowledging His wisdom, power and presence, His salvation, and His love is like pushing a reset button in life.

Please read the Book listed so that you can understand the word of God to its fullness. This study comes from The Jeremiah Study Bible, The Bible for Hope, The King James Bible and the Nelson’s Quick Reference Bible Commentary.

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