They sang with praise and thanksgiving to the LORD: “For he is good; his faithful love to Israel endures forever.” Then all the people gave a great shout of praise to the LORD because the foundation of the LORD’s house had been laid.
—Ezra 3:11
Home. It’s what God’s people longed for during their years of exile. Rebellion and spiritual amnesia landed the Israelites under foreign rule and captivity. Yet God was still there, always preserving a faithful few to return to the land He had given to them.
Ezra, a priest and scribe, was part of God’s work to rebuild this very imperfect, but beloved and chosen, people. As God regathered His people to their home, Ezra helped usher them toward right worship and right living with Him. The restoration process was far from easy or conflict-free. Realigning their lives with God’s Word would come at a cost. Yet, no matter the challenges or oppositions, with God's guidance, there was hope for a new future.
In this two-week study of the Old Testament book of Ezra, we will remember the faithfulness of God who keeps His promises to His people. Join us in celebrating the restoration and renewal that is only possible through Him.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
14 Days (2 Weeks) of Curated Scripture Readings
INCLUDED EXTRAS
- A Breakdown of the Exiles and Returns
- A Timeline to Help You Read in Context
- An Introduction to Corporate Worship
- Two Moments of Response
- Space for Note-Taking and Reflection
SPECIFICATIONS
6.5x9", Perfect Bound, 88 Pages
Daily Reading Guides present either an entire book of the Bible or a topic selected from Scripture in the form of daily readings. Daily Reading Guides are designed for a Monday start and have the text printed in the book.
Each resource is thoughtfully and artfully designed to highlight the beauty, goodness, and truth of Scripture in a way that reflects the themes of each curated reading plan.
Plan-specific resources, like introductions, biblical overviews, maps, timelines, and more are included to come alongside your time in God’s Word.
Space is provided alongside the printed Scripture for your thoughts and reflections.
Worksheets, daily or weekly questions, and other interactive prompts that are unique to each reading plan help you engage with and respond to what you’re reading.
One day a week is set aside to catch up on your reading, pray, and rest in the presence of the Lord.
Each plan includes a thematic verse or passage for memorization, broken down for you week by week, along with tips for memorizing Scripture.