From Ruin to Resurrection

FROM RUIN TO RESURRECTION
Christ Proclamation Church
Sunday, 10/20/2019
Ezra & Nehemiah Overview

Sermon Theme: Israel was judged for their sin and seemingly ruined when they were sent into exile. In fulfillment of prophecy, God resurrected His people by sending them back into the land and restoring the temple and city. This pattern points us forward to a greater resurrection and restoration in Jesus Christ.

I. OVERVIEW OF ISRAEL’S HISTORY
   A. Creation, Fall, and the Promises of God (Genesis)
   B. First Exodus and the Law (Exodus-Deuteronomy)
   C. Israel Takes the Promise Land (Joshua)
   D. Cycles of Sin, Judgment, and Redemption (Judges)
   E. Kings, Temple, Sin and Exile (1 Sam.-2 Chronicles)

II. OVERVIEW OF EZRA AND NEHEMIAH
   A. Outline of Ezra (Ezra 1:1-10:44)
       1. Return to the Land (2nd Exodus) (1:1-2:70)
       2. Rebuilding of the Temple (3:1-6:22)
       3. Restoration of the Law (7:1-8:36)
       4. Ruin of Sin (Temple Not Enough) (9:1-10:44)
   B. Outline of Nehemiah (Nehemiah 1:1-13:31)
       1. Return to the Land (1:1-2:20)
       2. Rebuilding of the City (3:1-7:73)
       3. Restoration of the People (8:1-12:44)
       4. Ruin of Sin (City Not Enough) (13-1-31)

III. OVERVIEW OF REDEMPTIVE HISTORY
   A. How should we read our Bibles?
       1. All of Scripture (Luke 24:13-49; John 5:39-47)
       2. All About Jesus (Luke 24:27, 44-45)
   B. How should we read Ezra and Nehemiah?
       1. Need for a New Temple (John 2:18-22)
       2. Need for a New City (Revelation 21:1-22:5)