The king's proclamation allows for the progress of God's Kingdom and the praise of God.
Ezra returns to Jerusalem to begin the reformation for the people, as the good hand of God was upon his life.
The rebuilding of the temple allows for the renewal of the proper worship of God, which brings joy to God's people.
God's work will be done despite trials and potential compromises as He often uses human agents to accomplish His will.
Because a Christian's work for the Kingdom will often be questioned and challenged, you must rely on your resources from God.
God has provided elders to protect His flock and to be examples to His people.
Elders in the church are called by God, and rewarded by God, to serve the people of God.
God's sovereignty means that he watches over His people and their actions in order to protect and prosper them.