Rags to riches stories inspire us for a reason. At the heart of them is the truth that God is a restorer. The book of Ezra shows us Israel’s journey from ruins back to restoration—a story filled with both warning and promise. Faithfulness to God leads us toward life, while walking away from Him only leads us into loss.

In this week’s message from our Binge the Bible series, we look at the returning remnant of Israel and discover how their courage, their failures, and their obedience reveal powerful truths for us today.

In this sermon we look at:

• Do it afraid — stepping into obedience even when fear stands in the way

• Presence over preference — choosing God above comfort

• Opposition is affirmation — why resistance often confirms God’s direction

Whether you're rebuilding, returning, or trying to trust God again—Ezra

reminds us that God restores what we surrender.