Ezra & Nehemiah

Jacket Description/Back: 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 to how God sovereignly works through people to accomplish His redemptive purposes. Series Copy: Christians have a lifelong goal: to become like Christ. This involves change, and change isn't always easy. But the more a person knows of God's purposes for him or her, the more that person 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're currently working through* You'll acquire personal study skills and a thirst to return to the book and go 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 -- 1. A New Beginning (Ezra 1-3) -- 2. Learning to Overcome (Ezra 4-6) -- 3. A Man of God's Word (Ezra 7-8) -- 4. A Crisis of Unfaithfulness (Ezra 9-10) -- Part 2. Nehemiah -- Introduction-The Book of Nehemiah: A Wall Rebuilt, a Nation Revived -- 5. Leader and Rebuilder (Nehemiah 1-4) -- 6. Learning to Overcome (Nehemiah 5-7) -- 7. A Spiritual Revival (Nehemiah 8-10) -- 8. Faithful to the Finish (Nehemiah 11-13) -- Going On in Ezra and Nehemiah -- Study Aids. Publisher Marketing: The Old Testament books of Ezra and Nehemiah provide a testimony to God's sovereignly working through people to accomplish His redemptive purposes. This Navigator Bible study covers both books in 8 lessons. Learn about faithfulness, right worship, and the need to patiently endure in the face of difficulty in Ezra. Nehemiah continues the story with an inspiring account of returning to faithfulness and doing God's work no matter what. If using in a group, personal study is needed between meetings. Includes study aids and discussion questions.