The second part of the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman transitions from the topic of living water to an ongoing debate Jews and Samaritans regarding worship. As we observe the conversation between Jesus and this woman, we gather a number incites for our...
When Jesus cleansed the Temple of merchants and money-changers he made a statement about the value of God’s house and worship. In this message we see how this sign applies to us today.
In the midst of restoration, the people of God who were returning with Ezra were able to safely arrive back in Jerusalem, but this did not make their restoration complete. In this message we explore different lessons we can learn as the Exiles continue their...
After many years and much adversity and afflictions, the returning exiles were able to rebuild the House of God. Upon the completion of the Temple, the people celebrated with worship because it was God that had orchestrated their restoration, while also remembering...
The efforts to rebuild the Temple have undergone a number of ups and downs, starts and stops. But with the favor of King Darius, the people of God can complete their calling. As we study this passage, we learn a number of lessons about God’s providence, our...
