Today's Reading | November 5, 2025
Ezra 4:24—5:17
Introduction Ezra 4:24—5:17: Problems caused by neighboring people halted the rebuilding of the Temple from 535 to 520 B.C. (see 4:1–23). The prophets Haggai and Zechariah persuade the people to start again, but adversaries challenged the exiles’ authority to begin rebuilding. The rebuilding of the Temple took place during the reign of Emperor Darius of Persia (522–486 B.C.). Today’s Key…
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November 5, 2025
Ezra 4:24—5:17
Introduction Ezra 4:24—5:17: Problems caused by neighboring people halted the rebuilding of the Temple from 535 to 520 B.C. (see 4:1–23). The prophets Haggai and Zechariah persuade the people to start again, but adversaries challenged the exiles’ authority to begin rebuilding. The rebuilding of the Temple took place during the reign of Emperor Darius of Persia (522–486 B.C.). Today’s Key…
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Ezra 3:1–13
Introduction Ezra 3:1–13: The priests rebuild the altar and begin offering sacrifices according to the instructions God had given Moses. The people celebrate the Festival of Shelters as a reminder of how God had protected the people of Israel in the wilderness (see Leviticus 23:33–44; Numbers 29:12–40). The rebuilding of the Temple begins with the laying of the foundation. Today’s…
READ MORENovember 3, 2025
Ezra 1:1–11
Introduction Ezra 1:1–11: Today, we will begin reading excerpts from the book of Ezra, which describes the return of some of the Jewish exiles from Babylon and the restoration of life and worship in Jerusalem. The Babylonians captured Jerusalem in 586 B.C. and destroyed the Temple in the process. A few decades later, Emperor Cyrus of Persia defeated the Babylonians…
READ MORENovember 2, 2025
2 Chronicles 5:1–14
Introduction 2 Chronicles 5:1–14: King Solomon celebrates God’s faithfulness to the people of Israel by bringing the Covenant Box to the newly built Temple in Jerusalem. The priests carry it into the Most Holy Place, and God’s glory fills the Temple. You may wish to read 2 Chronicles 2:1—3:17 for a description of the building of the Temple in fulfillment…
READ MORENovember 1, 2025
Psalm 8
Introduction Psalm 8: This psalm of praise describes the role of human beings in relation to all of creation. The psalm begins and ends with the same verse, celebrating God’s greatness in all the world. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 8:1a GNT O LORD, our Lord, your greatness is seen in all the world! Read 8 O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is…
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Micah 7:1–20
Introduction Micah 7:1–20: The final chapter of the book of Micah features a prophetic song that begins with lament but ends with the prophet expressing trust in God and foreseeing the time of Jerusalem’s rebuilding. The lyrics highlight the Lord’s faithfulness and constant love. Today’s Key Verse: Micah 7:7 (GNT) I will watch for the LORD. I will wait confidently…
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