In Ezra 3, we see the rebuilding of the altar and the laying of the temple’s foundation after the exiles returned to Jerusalem. The people, unified and humbled by their experiences, prioritized worship over construction, reestablishing sacrifices to address sin and draw near to God.

In the beginning of Ezra, God's sovereignty is demonstrated in fulfilling His promises. Despite Judah's long exile, God stirred King Cyrus of Persia to issue a decree allowing the Israelites to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the temple.

In the beginning of Ezra, God's sovereignty is demonstrated in fulfilling His promises. Despite Judah's long exile, God stirred King Cyrus of Persia to issue a decree allowing the Israelites to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the temple.

The final chapter of 2 Chronicles sets the stage for our study in Ezra. Despite repeated warnings from prophets, the people mocked God's messengers, leading to judgment. However, God's faithfulness shines as He fulfills His promises of restoration, reminding us of the hope found in God's relentless grace.

The final chapter of 2 Chronicles sets the stage for our study in Ezra. Despite repeated warnings from prophets, the people mocked God's messengers, leading to judgment. However, God's faithfulness shines as He fulfills His promises of restoration, reminding us of the hope found in God's relentless grace.

Death could not hold this King. He is risen to reign. John tells us that he has given us this written record of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection for a specific purpose: that we may believe and have life in his name. Will you accept this offer of life in Jesus’ name?

Death could not hold this King. He is risen to reign. John tells us that he has given us this written record of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection for a specific purpose: that we may believe and have life in his name. Will you accept this offer of life in Jesus’ name?

Jesus is crucified under the charge that he is King of the Jews. In deepest irony, this charge is proved true. Jesus fulfills the words of Psalm 22—and dies as the Messiah of Israel and Saviour of the world. Do you recognize who he is and what he has done for you? Does it move you to know that this King willingly suffered in your place?

Jesus is crucified under the charge that he is King of the Jews. In deepest irony, this charge is proved true. Jesus fulfills the words of Psalm 22—and dies as the Messiah of Israel and Saviour of the world. Do you recognize who he is and what he has done for you? Does it move you to know that this King willingly suffered in your place?

Pilate views himself as the king as he tries Jesus, but we see that Jesus is the real King, whose kingdom is not of this world. Jesus proves by his words and deeds that he speaks the truth and is indeed, the way, the truth and the life. Do you recognize the truth of who Jesus is? Will you submit to the authority of this King?