The Big Story | Ezra - A Life Shaped by God’s Word

Nearly sixty years after the first return from exile, another leader arrives in Jerusalem—Ezra.The temple has been rebuilt, but the deeper work of restoring God’s people is still unfinished. The people need their spiritual identity renewed.Ezra becomes the leader who helps rebuild the nation through the Word of God.His life followed a clear pattern:Study God’s WordLive according to itTeach it to othersThis order mattered. Ezra didn’t just teach Scripture—his life was shaped by it.Through Ezra, God reminds His people that true restoration always begins when hearts are shaped again by His Word.Key ThemesSpiritual renewal requires returning to God’s WordLeadership begins with personal obedienceStudy, practice, and teaching belong togetherGod rebuilds His people from the inside outReflectionWhich part of Ezra’s pattern do you need most right now?Studying ScriptureLiving in obedienceSharing what God is teaching youAsk God to deepen your relationship with His Word this week.Hear the message for this week's devotional on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristFellowshipMcKinneyGet the written devotional at: https://cfhome.org/EGDIf you are in the North Dallas area and would like to join us for services each week, you can find all the information at https://cfhome.org.