Category Archives: Ezra

The Wisdom of God in Our Hands

If there’s anything the Spirit wants us to know about Ezra, it’s that he was a man of the Word, as in “God’s word”. Sure, when he’s introduced in Ezra 7 the first thing mentioned is that he was the … Continue reading

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Building the House

Okay, it may be an Old Testament declaration but, with a slight, two-letter modification, I think it would be fit for a New Testament t-shirt. Back story: “The adversaries of Judah and Benjamin have heard that the returned exiles are … Continue reading

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Let’s Be Simplistic

Not to be overly simplistic, but . . . Uh, no. Let’s be simplistic. Knowing God makes all the difference. Hovering over the opening verses of Ezra this morning. And one verse in particular has me thinking this, if every … Continue reading

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Stir It Up

It’s one of those verses in Scripture that, for me, spikes the awe-o-meter. But not because it’s reveals explicitly the glory of God, or describes directly the nature of His holy character, or chronicles thoroughly the mighty work of His … Continue reading

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God’s Good Hand

I’m not sure who said it, but as I hover over Ezra’s continuing story, I’m reminded of someone saying, “We’re all worship hogs!” But Ezra wasn’t. Though, within the heart of man, there might be the natural desire to want … Continue reading

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First Things First

Had a great conversation yesterday morning. Talked about Jesus’ exclusive claim that He is “the way, the truth, and the life” and that no one comes to the Father except through Him (John 14:6). That, throughout God’s word, the way … Continue reading

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God’s Good Hand

Perspective . . . it makes all the difference. The filter through which we see life, and live life, really is what defines the “quality of life.” And, what’s got me thinking about this is a phrase that is repeated … Continue reading

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The Enemy’s Playbook

While we have an enemy, we also have the power to resist him. While he is a deceptive snake, he is not particularly unpredictable. His methods to oppose God and God’s people have been exposed . . . his tactics … Continue reading

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A Measure of Revival

Sometimes, some of the brightest gems can be found in the darkest places. I’m reading in Ezra 9 this morning . . . kind of depressing, actually . . . but in the repentant cry of Ezra before His sinned … Continue reading

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Weeping & Praising Can Go Together

It must have been quite the scene. It must have been quite the sound! People shouting for joy . . . people crying out in anguish of soul. Those singing out songs of praise and thanksgiving at the tops of … Continue reading

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