The Old Testament book of Ezra proclaims the importance of right worship and the need to endure patiently in the face of difficulty.  Nehemiah continues the story with an inspiring account of returning to faithfulness and doing God's work, no matter what.  By studying Ezra and Nehemiah, we have a true testimony of how God sovereignly works through people to accomplish His redemptive purposes.

Christians have a lifelong goal:  to become like Christ.  This involves change, and change isn't always easy.  But the more you know of God's purposes for you, the more you can experience His joy and participate in His plan.

The LifeChange series of Bible studies on books of the Bible can help you grow in Christlikeness through a life-changing encounter with God's Word.  You'll benefit in these important ways:

You'll gain a firm understanding of the book - its historical context, purpose, structure, and meaning.

You'll apply its powerful, relevant wisdom to needs and issues you are currently working through.

You'll acquire personal study skills and a thirst to return to the book on your own so you can keep going deeper into its life-transforming truths.

Table of Contents

How to use This Guide

Timeline:  A Chronological Background of Ezra and Nehemiah

Part 1:  Ezra

Introduction - The Book of Ezra:  A People Restored, a Temple Rebuilt

One - A New Beginning (Ezra 1 - 3)

Two - Learning to Overcome (Ezra 4 - 6)

Three - A Man of God's Word (Ezra 7 - 8)

Four - A Crisis of Unfaithfulness (Ezra 9 - 10)

Part 2:  Nehemiah

Introduction - The Book of Nehemiah:  A Wall Rebuilt, a Nation Revived

Five - Leader and Rebuilder (Nehemiah 1 - 4)

Six - Learning to Overcome (Nehemiah 5 - 7)

Seven - A Spiritual Revival (Nehemiah 8 - 10)

Eight - Faithful to the Finish (Nehemiah 11 - 13)

Going On in Ezra and Nehemiah

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