A devotional reflection on restoration, obedience, and the power of God’s Word.
Ezra
Ezra reveals God’s work in restoring His people through His Word. Ezra teaches that true restoration begins with returning to God’s truth and obeying His commands. Renewal flows from hearts shaped by Scripture and strengthened by grace.
The hand of the LORD his God was upon him. (Ezra 7:6)
Ezra had prepared his heart to seek the law. (Ezra 7:10)
The joy of Jerusalem was heard afar off. (Nehemiah 12:43)
Christian Application
Ezra encourages believers that God rebuilds what is broken when His people seek Him. His Word revives weary hearts and restores hope. Return to God’s Word, obey His truth, and trust Him to restore what has been damaged.
Sample Prayer
Lord, restore my heart and strengthen my obedience to Your Word. Amen.
Hymns for Ezra
This devotional pairs well with the hymns Revive Us Again by William Mackay, Holy Bible Book Divine by John Burton, and Take Time to Be Holy by William Longstaff.