When the exiles returned from Babylon, they rebuilt the temple before they rebuilt the city wall. It seems illogical—wouldn’t security come first? But this bold act of faith speaks volumes: they put worship before safety. Faith before fortress.
We’re diving into the powerful story of Esther—a woman of incredible boldness and wisdom who God used to deliver His people in a time of crisis. Esther’s courage reminds us that God calls each of us to stand boldly for what is right, not just in word but in action.
When we are attentive to what God is asking us to build—whether that’s a physical ministry, a spiritual culture, or a renewed commitment to His mission, even the shortest message, if Spirit-led, can change everything.
Ezekiel’s prophetic work wasn’t glamorous. If you looked at the stats of his ministry, they might seem discouraging. But the impact? Eternal. Because Ezekiel didn’t get to choose the times he lived in—he only got to choose how he responded. And he responded in obedience.
The world is always changing, but we know that God is the same “yesterday, today and forever.” As the world around us continues to shift priorities and values, wise leaders are able to hold onto God’s foundation while adapting the church to reach the ever shifting world. This is prophetic work!