Each chapter of this book consists of an introduction and penetrating questions to stimulate thought and discussion. The 9 chapters of this study guide are based on sermons that had been preached from the book of Ezra and were later written as outlines for two Bible study groups.
The history in the book of Ezra, like that in Nehemiah, contains probably some of the least known of Bible history among many Christians, but it has important lessons that stir up God’s people to be busy in the building of His glorious house!
CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Jehovah’s Charge to Cyrus – Ezra 1
Chapter 2: God’s Church Directory: 538 BC (Or: A Remnant Returns) – Ezra 2
Chapter 3: The Priority of Worship (Or: Altar First) – Ezra 3:1-6
Chapter 4: Beginning to Build – Ezra 3:8-14
Chapter 5: Rejecting False Church Unity – Ezra 4:1-5
Chapter 6: Continued Opposition: Certain Accomplishment – Ezra 4:6-6:22
Chapter 7: Ezra’s Heart for God’s House – Ezra 7
Chapter 8: Safety in Journey – Ezra 8
Chapter 9: Rejecting Mixed Marriages – Ezra 9-10