Ezra, a scribe and priest, was a man deeply committed to God’s Law. His story is a powerful reminder of the importance of returning to our spiritual roots. After the Israelites had been exiled to Babylon, Ezra led a group back to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple and restore the people to God's ways.
Ezra's heart was consumed with a passion for God's Word. He studied the Law diligently and taught it to the people. His dedication was so profound that he wept when he discovered the spiritual decline of the Israelites upon their return.
In a world often distracted by immediate gratification, Ezra's example challenges us to prioritize our spiritual lives. Like him, we are called to be students of God's Word, allowing it to shape our hearts and minds. We are also called to be teachers, sharing the truths of Scripture with others.
I have 3 key takeaways from Ezra’s story.
1 - He was committed to STUDYING God’s Word.
2 - He was committed to PRACTICING God’s Word.
3 - He was committed to TEACHING God’s Word.
First, we have to study the playbook so we know what to do and what is expected of us, but we can’t just study; we have to do it. Once we get good at it, we have to impact the world around us by teaching others how to study and follow the playbook.
Today, let us examine our own hearts. Are we as committed to God's Word as Ezra was? Are we actively seeking to know Him better? Are we sharing His love with those around us? Let us be inspired by Ezra's unwavering devotion and seek to emulate his example.
SOMETHING(s) TO THINK ABOUT
1 - What is your biggest takeaway from the story of Ezra?
2 - How can you get better at studying God’s Word?3 - How can you get better at practicing God’s Word?
4 - How can you get better at teaching God’s Word?
My Prayer:
Our Father. Thank you for all the blessings you have given me. I pray that I do a better job of studying your Word, practicing your Word, and teaching Your Word so that I can have a better impact on the world around me. In Jesus’s name, I pray; amen.
Ezra 7:10 "For Ezra had set his heart to study the Law of the Lord, and to practice it and to teach His statutes and ordinances in Israel."
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