Ezra and People of Remembrance Women's Reading Guide Bundle

Explore the biblical theme and practice of remembrance, and then see some of those same things in the book of Ezra as God’s people reorient their lives to Him following their return from exile.

This bundle includes Ezra and People of Remembrance Women's Reading Guides.

Ezra

Home. It’s what God’s people longed for during their years of exile. Rebellion and spiritual amnesia landed the Israelites under foreign rule and captivity. Yet God was still there, always preserving a faithful few to return to the land He had given to them.

Ezra, a priest and scribe, was part of God’s work to rebuild this very imperfect, but beloved and chosen, people. As God regathered His people to their home, Ezra helped usher them toward right worship and right living with Him. The restoration process was far from easy or conflict-free. Realigning their lives with God’s Word would come at a cost. Yet, no matter the challenges or oppositions, with God's guidance, there was hope for a new future.

In this two-week study of the Old Testament book of Ezra, we will remember the faithfulness of God who keeps His promises to His people. Join us in celebrating the restoration and renewal that is only possible through Him.

They sang with praise and thanksgiving to the LORD: “For he is good; his faithful love to Israel endures forever.” Then all the people gave a great shout of praise to the LORD because the foundation of the LORD’s house had been laid.
—Ezra 3:11

People of Remembrance

Scripture tells a story of remembrance. Through river stones, rainbows, tabernacles, feasts, written texts, and moments of rest, God gave His people practices and symbols to keep their hearts from forgetting. As believers, we read and engage His Word so we would not forget the God who remembers us and calls us to remember Him.

The acts of remembrance we see throughout Scripture go far beyond simple nostalgia or intellectual recollection. Instead, true remembrance brings the full weight of what God has done in the past to the pain, purpose, and possibility of the present. Each generation is called to remember and retell the true story of God creating, redeeming, and restoring a people for Himself.

In this three-week reading plan, we will anchor ourselves in what Scripture records about the reality of who God is and what He has done. Not just so we would know, but so that we would let what we know guide how we respond to and walk with Him. Join us as we read about and practice biblical remembrance.

I will remember the LORD’s works; yes, I will remember your ancient wonders. I will reflect on all you have done and meditate on your actions.
—Psalm 77:11–12