Free Reading Plans and Devotionals related to Ezra 1:1

Children love to ask questions about almost anything. They ask “Why? What? Who? How?” very often. It’s only natural for children and is part of their trying to make sense of their world. This 3-day Bible plan looks at some of the real questions that real children ask with answers pitched to their understanding. The plan complements the free children’s game app Guardians of Ancora.

In this 3 day reading plan, Tony Evans provides a descriptive and knowledgeable account of the historical aspects leading up to the book of Esther.

Do you wonder if, when, or how God will fulfill His promises to you? Do you hope to live a fruitful life, faithfully serving God with what you have, where you are? In this three-day reading plan, Dr. Kwasi Amoafo points out how the story of Ezra mirrors the story of Jesus, making him an excellent model to follow as we strive to glorify God with our lives.

Do you wonder if God has anything to say about your work? Explore key verses from each chapter of the Bible that offer wisdom, guidance, and purpose for everyday work. Part 4: Ezra - Job

The Lord is calling His people to an era of exploits. He is redeeming the time, and we need to partner with people to accomplish the Kingdom mandate. This devotional highlights the example of King Cyrus, and gives us present day life applications to break out of self-imposed mental and social limitations for a more effective life of ministry.

Picking up where 2 Chronicles ends, Ezra describes the return of exiles to Jerusalem and the eventual rebuilding of the temple. Using the influence of pagan kings and unbelieving rulers, God was faithful to bring his people back to the land and reestablish worship at the temple.

This reading plan examines how Old Testament history provides the context for properly understanding Old Testament prophecy.

Listen to the way the biblical authors start these 14 books, psalms and letters. What matters to them most? Where do they want to begin with their readers and hearers? From Genesis to Revelation, these verses were penned over many centuries. Allow these short passages to lead you to meditate on God’s world and God’s caring relationship with the creation.

The Old Testament is divided into thee major parts, the third of which is known as the Writings. The Writings encompass a wide range of genres, traditions, and time periods, including poetry, songs, history, and wisdom literature. This reading plan guides you through the Writings, exploring the theological and literary richness of this part of God's Word. 

Often touted as a “leadership” book, Nehemiah is rich in application. The way Nehemiah led the exiled Israelites in Persia to rebuild and reoccupy Jerusalem was as much an exercise in surrender and supplication as it was leadership and strategy. In this 21-day reading plan, we’ll look to Nehemiah as a role model in prayer, obedience, perseverance, and, yes, leadership.