Israel’s return from exile was a long process of rebuilding and restoring what had been lost, starting with the temple in the book of Ezra. But beyond rebuilding the physical buildings and towns, Israel needed to restore their relationship and obedience to God, a task that Ezra was well suited for. What can we learn from the process of returning and rebuilding in Ezra?
(Preaching on the return. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on August 17, 2025.)
We resume our look at the “Heroes of Faith” in Hebrews 11 with the first part of Abraham’s story. What was Abraham asked to do that required faith, how did he persevere, and how can we?
(Preaching through Hebrews 11. This sermon was preached at the Dewey Church of Christ on October 17, 2021.)
How should we respond to persecution? What are some attitudes that universally serve the Christian in this endeavor?
(Daily walk through 1 Peter. Recorded for the Dewey Church of Christ on April 17, 2020.)
Watts in the Word 