Day 261: Ezra 4-6 and Psalm 137

Today on Meditating the Word, oppostion to the rebuilding of the temple, later oppostion under Ahasuerus and Artaxerxes, Tattenai's letter to Darius, the decree of Darius, completion and dedication of the temple and the Passover is celebrated.

This is Day 261. Today we are reading Ezra 4-6 and praying Psalm 137

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Father God, thank You for Ezra, and his recounting of the events in Jerusalm. It seemed that all was lost, everyone had turned against them, their enemies had the upper hand, and construction of the temple would cease... but God... You constantly amaze us! The plan the enemy had for evil, to keep Your temple from being built, was thwarted and You turned it into good. Not only did the building continue, but their enemies were commanded to support the construction and provide for the sacrifices. Only You, Father. And You are still working miracles today. In our lives, what the enemy plans for evil, You turn into good. Thank You for always making a way. Amen

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