Events in life point to God's rule Acts of love point to God's grace Examples of mercy point to God's rescuer
1. Trust in God's promises 2. Hear God's encouragements 3. See God's grace
Outline: 1. It's the story that divides. 2. It's the story that challenges. a. Historical issues. b. Emotional issues. c. Internal issues. 3. It's the story that encourages. a. God's…
Outline: The Author - and how we relate The Hero - and how he's presented The Book - and how it's shaped The Lessons - and how we respond Emotionally…
Outline: Failed projects in the book: Temple Law Walls Leaders Major lessons from the book: It exposes a flawed heart. It encourages a diligent response. It anticipates a glorious future.
Outline: They worked DIVERSELY They worked COURAGEOUSLY They worked SACRIFICIALLY They worked UNITEDLY They worked ANONYMOUSLY They worked RESPONSIBLY They worked HUMBLY They worked COLLECTIVELY They worked HONOURABLY
Outline: God's Word points to the true King. God's Word exposes our painful rebellion. God's Word reveals God's heart of love. God's Word encourages our confident response.
Outline: The Opponents People on the fringe. Community leaders. Regional authorities. The Tactics The Response God's word is declared. A 'man of peace' intervenes. Genuine repentance is evidenced. Wise plans…
Outline They returned like the exodus Gifts from neighbours Passover celebrations Temple supplies Building materials They worshipped according to the law They were led by a new Moses and Joshua…
Outline: 1. History 2. This story 5 sections Ezra 1-6 Ezra 7-10 Neh 1-7 Neh 9-12a Neh 12b-13 3. His story a. God's faithfulness b. God's rule c. God's plans