Ezra 4:24 Then the work on the house of God that is in Jerusalem stopped, and it ceased until the second year of the reign of Darius king of Persia.
Just because the work on the Temple had stopped, I did not let it go forever. So it is with you, my child. You have stopped working on our relationship for quite some time now, but it will begin again. I will not give up on you.
Return to me, rebuild our relationship, and we will celebrate together, as the Israelites celebrated the rebuilding of my Temple. Offer your sacrifices – be obedient in what you know is being asked of you – your sacrifices will be pleasing to me. I will bless you for them. I will help you, just get out of the way. Acknowledge your inability – your helplessness in these matters – rely on the Holy Spirit and you will be successful. (2005)
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