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September 17, 2024

Ezra 4-6

In Ezra 4-6, as the returned exiles began rebuilding the temple, they faced opposition from local groups who falsely claimed shared religious ties, leading to halted construction by a royal decree from Artaxerxes. The project resumed under the encouragement of prophets Haggai and Zechariah and was completed by a decree from King Darius, allowing the Jewish community to celebrate with joy and thanksgiving.

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September 16, 2024

Ezra 1-3; 2 Chronicles 36:22-23

In Ezra 1-3 and 2 Chronicles 36:22-23, King Cyrus of Persia, moved by the Lord, decrees the rebuilding of Jerusalem's temple, encouraging exiles to return and contribute to the project. As the community reunites in Jerusalem, they lay the foundation amidst mixed emotions of joy and sorrow, marking a poignant moment of renewal and remembrance.

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September 14, 2024

Daniel 10-12

In Daniel 10-12, Daniel experiences a vision of a heavenly being who reveals a prolonged spiritual battle influencing earthly kingdoms, followed by detailed prophecies of future conflicts involving Persia, Greece, and more symbolic kingdoms. These visions culminate in assurances of God's ultimate sovereignty and the establishment of an everlasting kingdom, alongside promises of resurrection and reward for the faithful.

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September 13, 2024

Daniel 7-9

In Daniel 7-9, Daniel receives visions of four great beasts representing future empires and a divine judgment by the Ancient of Days, emphasizing the eternal dominion of God's kingdom. These visions are followed by Daniel's intense prayer for his people, leading to a prophecy about seventy weeks that outlines significant redemptive events for Jerusalem and the coming of the Anointed One.

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September 12, 2024

Daniel 4-6

In Daniel 4-6 (CSB), King Nebuchadnezzar experiences divine humbling and restoration, acknowledging God's eternal dominion after a period of madness. Belshazzar's irreverence leads to his downfall through Daniel's interpretation of mysterious writing, while Daniel's faithfulness saves him from a lions' den, inspiring King Darius to proclaim reverence for Daniel's God across his realm.

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