Ezra: God’s Man

Here’s a man who knew how to lead the people of God. Especially because he was trained to do so – a scribe, versed in the Law of Moses; a skilled student of the Pentateuch; a practitioner of its commands; an effective teacher (Larson, 80). Imagine if we were intentional with God’s Word as Ezra was cultured. We should do everything we can to promote a learning culture in our churches.

I like Ezra because he represents a man prepared by God. He shaped him. God always prepares whom He wishes to accomplish His purposes, and Ezra was all too willing to participate. How I pray to be like this. Here’s the good news – “A person’s willingness to know and practice God’s Word will have a direct effect on how God uses his/her life” (Nasb, 785). The call of God remains the same for all who wish to dedicate their lives to Him; only, “devote yourself to practicing the will of God” (Larson, 85).

He promises His Presence and Provision. 

References:

Larson, K. et al. Holman Old Testament Commentary. Nashville, TN: B&H (2005)

NASB. Life Application Study Bible (2000)

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Written by Dr. Kevin A. Hall (02.02.18).