Ezra 1-4

It took me almost 20 minutes to read this passage. I think that there are times when God sets a task before us that takes dependence upon him. Then he may allow other obstacles to get in the way of progress to see if we will continue to turn to him during difficulties. That is the situation that the returning exiles faced at the reuins of Jerusalem. There had been selfless actions of generocity, but God was proving the people's resolve. As we face these difficult times we must increase our dependance upon God's provisions. Then we will see him work even greater wonders.
Stuart