Seven chapters into the book of Ezra, we still haven’t been introduced to the man Ezra. So what’s going on? Who is he, and why is this book named after him? If you’ve been asking this for the past couple of broadcasts, I’ve got good news for you: today you will meet Ezra!
Scandals abound in a drama cast in the ancient Persian Empire. In the midst of political intrigue and betrayal, a beautiful orphan girl suddenly becomes the leading character, as God’s providence rescues His people from certain death. At first glance, Esther is the heroine and Mordecai the master manipulator. Take a closer look, however, and you’ll discover that behind the scenes, God is pulling the strings as His sovereign providence unfolds.